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What is the difference between whole wheat flour and whole wheat pastry flour?

April 26, 2017flour Pastry wheat

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What is the difference between whole wheat flour and whole wheat pastry flour?

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Pastry flour is a “weak” flour, meaning it has low-gluten content, while regular flour is “stronger”, meaning it has a higher gluten level. Higher gluten makes a chewier item, like bread and buns. Lower gluten makes a more delicate item, like pastries and cakes.