Ingredient

Unbleached Hard Red Wheat Flour

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This flour is used as a primary structural ingredient in baked goods like cakes, …

What it is

Unbleached hard red wheat flour is made from hard red wheat berries that have not been bleached. The wheat is milled into flour, which is then sifted to remove the bran and germ, leaving the starchy endosperm. It's a common ingredient in baking.

Why it's used

This flour is used as a primary structural ingredient in baked goods like cakes, cupcakes, and snack cakes. Its protein content helps give baked goods their structure and texture.

Health notes

Unbleached hard red wheat flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of carbohydrates and some B vitamins. The WHO/IARC has not classified wheat flour. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption.

Allergen info

Wheat is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Flour made from wheat contains gluten, a protein that can cause adverse reactions in people with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.