Ingredient

Malted Barley Hour

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Malted barley flour is often used in baking to improve dough handling, add flavor, …

What is Malted Barley Hour?

Malted barley flour is made from barley grains that have been germinated (malted) and then dried and ground into a flour. This process develops enzymes and sugars within the grain, giving it a distinct malty flavor and aroma.

Is Malted Barley Hour vegan?

Malted Barley Hour is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Malted Barley Hour gluten-free?

Malted barley flour is derived from barley, which contains gluten.

What is Malted Barley Hour used for?

Malted barley flour is often used in baking to improve dough handling, add flavor, and promote browning.

Is Malted Barley Hour safe?

Malted barley flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.

Why it's used

Malted barley flour is often used in baking to improve dough handling, add flavor, and promote browning. It's commonly found in breads, bagels, cookies, and crackers, where its enzymes help yeast activity and contribute to a tender crumb and rich color.

Health notes

Malted barley flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of carbohydrates and some B vitamins. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated barley and its derivatives, but specific evaluations for malted barley flour as a distinct ingredient with health implications are not widely publicized. It is not associated with significant health controversies at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Malted barley flour is derived from barley, which contains gluten. Therefore, it is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Barley is not one of the nine FDA major allergens.

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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