Flour guide

All da Carla's flours are organic and naturally gluten-free. Here you'll find a guide to help you choose the right flour based on taste, use and properties.

Bovetemjöl

Good things about bovetemjöl

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Rich in fibre
  • A source of magnesium and iron
  • Keeps you fuller for longer
  • Naturally rich in antioxidants

Taste & texture

  • Full-bodied, nutty flavour
  • Slightly earthy notes
  • Gives lovely moist bakes
  • Rustic character

Great for

  • Bread
  • Pancakes
  • Waffles
  • Pastry
  • Pasta

Perfect if you want to give your bread, pancakes and bakes a bit more flavour and character.

Durramjöl

Good things about durramjöl

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Rich in fibre
  • Versatile for baking
  • Mild flavour the whole family will enjoy

Taste & texture

  • Neutral, mild flavour
  • A gentle sweetness
  • Finely milled texture
  • Reminiscent of traditional flour

Great for

  • Bread
  • Buns
  • Pizza
  • Muffins
  • Biscuits

The most versatile flour in our range, and a great choice for everyday baking.

Kikärtsmjöl

Good with kikärtsmjöl

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Rich in protein
  • Rich in fibre
  • Good binding ability
  • Gives extra fullness

Taste & texture

  • Full-bodied chickpea flavour
  • Slightly nutty character
  • Creamy consistency

Great for

  • Pancakes
  • Vegetarian patties
  • Coating
  • Bread
  • Sauces

An obvious choice if you want to cook more plant-based or boost the protein in your food.

Hirsmjöl

Good with hirsmjöl

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Rich in fibre
  • Contains magnesium and iron
  • Easy to bake with

Taste & texture

  • Mild flavour
  • Naturally light sweetness
  • Gives soft and airy bakes

Great for

  • Muffins
  • Sponge cakes
  • Scones
  • Bread
  • Pastry cases

Especially good when you want to bake light, soft and moist bakes.

Oat flour

Good things about oat flour

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • A source of fibre
  • Contains beta-glucans — a type of water-soluble dietary fibre especially known for lowering “bad” (LDL) cholesterol and stabilising blood sugar after meals
  • Keeps you fuller for longer

Taste & texture

  • Mild oaty flavour
  • Soft, moist texture
  • Natural sweetness

Great for

  • Bread
  • Pancakes
  • Muffins
  • Biscuits
  • Breakfast baking

A much-loved flour that gives lovely moist bakes and suits the whole family, young and old.

Kokosmjöl

Good with kokosmjöl

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Very rich in fibre
  • Low in carbohydrates
  • Goes a long way, lasts a long time

Taste & texture

  • Natural coconut flavour
  • Light and airy structure
  • Absorbs a lot of liquid

Great for

  • Muffins
  • Biscuits
  • Cheesecake bases
  • Pancakes
  • Bars

Perfect if you want to bake fibre-rich treats with a natural sweetness.

Soya flour

Good things about soya flour

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • High in protein
  • High in fibre
  • Boosts the nutritional value in baking

Taste & texture

  • Full-bodied flavour
  • Slightly "beany" notes
  • Adds structure and fullness

Goes well with

  • Bread
  • Protein baking
  • Pancakes
  • Vegetarian recipes

A great choice when you want to boost the protein content in both baking and cooking.

Tapioca flour

Good things about tapioca flour

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Neutral taste
  • Adds elasticity in gluten-free baking
  • Improves structure and moistness

Taste & texture

  • Almost tasteless
  • Finely milled consistency
  • Gives springiness and chewiness

Goes well with

  • Bread
  • Pizza
  • Pasta
  • Sauces
  • Thickening

An important ingredient for creating light gluten-free doughs with good structure.

Teff flour (light)

Good things about teff flour

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • High in fibre
  • A source of iron
  • High in protein

Taste & texture

  • Mild, nutty flavour
  • Slightly "malty" notes
  • Adds fullness

Goes well with

  • Sourdough bread
  • Buns
  • Everyday bread
  • Crispbread

Perfect for you who love flavourful bread with a rustic character.

Amarantmjöl

The benefits of amarantmjöl

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Rich in protein
  • Rich in fibre
  • Contains several important minerals

Flavour & texture

  • Nutty flavour
  • Slightly “earthy” notes
  • Adds body and character

Great for

  • Bread
  • Seed crackers
  • Crispbread
  • Heartier bakes

A flavourful flour that's perfect when you want to give your baking more character.

Bananmjöl (plantain)

The benefits of bananmjöl

  • Naturally gluten-free
  • Rich in resistant starch
  • Rich in fibre
  • A mild and natural ingredient

Flavour & texture

  • Mild flavour
  • Not particularly “banana-like”
  • Gives a soft texture

Great for

  • Pancakes
  • Muffins
  • Cakes
  • Smoothies
  • Bread

A great option for anyone who wants to vary their gluten-free baking.

Quick guide — which flour should I choose?

If you want to…ChooseWhy?
Have an “all-round flour”DurramjölOne of the most versatile gluten-free flours, with a mild flavour and good structure.
Bake rustic breadBovetemjölGives a full flavour, darker colour and more character.
Make pancakesBovetemjöl or chickpea flourBuckwheat gives classic pancake character and a nutty flavour. Chickpea gives more protein, a fuller flavour and better satiety.
Get more proteinChickpea flour or soy flourChickpea gives a milder flavour and suits cooking better. Soy contains more protein but has a more pronounced bean character.
Bake moist cakesMillet flour or oat flourMillet gives lighter, airier and finer cakes. Oats give more moistness, fullness and a softer crumb.
Make gluten-free pizzaDurramjöl + tapioca flourDurra builds up the dough's basic structure and gives a neutral flavour. Tapioca adds elasticity, chewiness and better bite.
Make fresh pastaBovetemjöl + tapioca flourBuckwheat contributes flavour and structure. Tapioca helps the dough hold together and gives better elasticity.
Thicken saucesTapioca flourNeutral flavour and gives a glossy, smooth consistency.
Bake sourdoughTeff flour or bovetemjölTeff gives a milder flavour and deep aroma. Buckwheat gives a stronger flavour and more rustic character.
Bake fibre-richCoconut flour or banana flourCoconut gives lots of fibre and a light sweetness. Banana flour gives fibre together with resistant starch and a milder flavour.
Get extra flavour in breadAmaranth flour or bovetemjölAmaranth gives a deep nutty flavour. Buckwheat gives a more rustic and earthy character.
Make protein-rich breadSoy flour + durramjölSoy raises the protein content. Durra gives better flavour and baking properties.
Make soft muffinsBanana flour or millet flourBanana flour gives extra moistness and a soft texture. Millet gives lighter and airier muffins.
Bake low-carbCoconut flourNaturally rich in fibre and often used in recipes with lower carbohydrate content.

Comparison guide — which flour suits what best?

UseExamplesBest flour mixWhy does it work best?
PizzaThin pizza, focaccia pizza70% durramjöl + 30% tapioca flourDurra gives structure and a neutral flavour. Tapioca gives elasticity, chewiness and bite.
Soft cakes & muffinsSponge cake, lemon cake, carrot cake, tiger cake, muffins50% millet flour + 30% durramjöl + 20% tapioca flourMillet gives a light, fine crumb. Durra gives structure. Tapioca gives softness and volume.
Hard biscuitsOat biscuits, jam biscuits, dream biscuits, small biscuits, biscotti40% oat flour + 35% durramjöl + 25% bovetemjölOat gives a rich flavour. Durra holds the dough together. Bovetemjöl gives a crispier texture and more character.
WafflesCrisp waffles, Belgian waffles40% durramjöl + 35% tapioca flour + 25% light teff flourDurra builds structure. Tapioca gives crisp edges. Teff gives depth of flavour and a golden colour.
PancakesThin pancakes, galettes, small pancakes70% bovetemjöl + 30% durramjölBovetemjöl gives a classic pancake flavour and good frying surface. Durra makes the pancakes softer.
Everyday breadLoaf, tin bread, breakfast bread50% durramjöl + 30% bovetemjöl + 20% tapioca flourDurra gives base and volume. Bovetemjöl gives flavour and character. Tapioca gives elasticity and better structure.
Sourdough breadSourdough loaf, rustic bread40% bovetemjöl + 40% teff flour + 20% tapioca flourBovetemjöl gives rustic character. Teff gives depth of flavour. Tapioca improves volume and structure.
BunsBreakfast buns, burger buns, hot dog buns60% durramjöl + 25% tapioca flour + 15% oat flourDurra gives structure. Tapioca gives air and elasticity. Oat gives moistness.
Fresh pastaTagliatelle, fettuccine, pappardelle60% durramjöl + 40% tapioca flourDurra gives a mild flavour and stable dough. Tapioca gives spring and makes the dough less brittle.
Pastry doughSavoury pie, berry pie, quiche60% durramjöl + 25% bovetemjöl + 15% tapioca flourDurra gives stability. Bovetemjöl gives flavour. Tapioca helps the dough hold together.
CrispbreadSeeded crispbread, hard flatbread, crispbread50% bovetemjöl + 30% teff flour + 20% amaranth flourBovetemjöl gives base and rustic flavour. Teff gives depth. Amaranth gives a nutty character.
Sauces & thickeningBéchamel, cheese sauce, cream sauce100% tapioca flourTapioca gives a smooth, glossy and neutral thickening without affecting the flavour.
Soups & stewsHearty soups, stews, casseroles80% tapioca flour + 20% chickpea flourTapioca thickens neutrally. Chickpea gives more body, richness and satiety.
Protein breadProtein buns, protein loaf70% durramjöl + 20% soya flour + 10% chickpea flourDurra gives baking properties. Soya raises the protein content. Chickpea gives binding and body.
Fibre-rich bakingBreakfast bread, snack muffins, health bread50% oat flour + 30% banana flour + 20% coconut flourOat gives moistness. Banana flour contributes resistant starch. Coconut raises the fibre content.
Banana breadBanana bread, banana cake, banana muffins40% banana flour + 40% durramjöl + 20% tapioca flourBanana flour gives softness and moistness. Durra gives structure. Tapioca holds the cake together.

Summary — gluten-free flour mixes

FlourContributes
DurramjölBase, volume and neutral flavour
Tapioca flourElasticity and binding
BovetemjölFlavour and structure
Oat flourMoistness
Teff flourDepth of flavour
Amaranth flourNuttiness
Coconut flourFibre
Soya flourProtein
Banana flourSoftness
Millet flourLightness
Chickpea flourProtein and binding

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