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Foods Included
White Flour, Whole Wheat Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Vanilla Extract, Almond Extract, Cocoa Powder
Description
Baking staples are considered common ingredients used for baking anything from bread to cookies. If you plan on baking, these ingredients are great to keep in your kitchen for convenience and to reduce extra trips to the store.
Buy It
Look for unopened flour bags and spices to ensure freshness.
Buy smaller amounts of spices if possible since the strength of the flavor fades over time. Try to use it before the expiration date.
Check the expiration dates on baking powder and baking soda since they are less effective after they expire.
Store It
Store in a cool, dry place (like a pantry or cupboard)
Whole wheat flour should be stored in the refrigerator so it doesn't spoil.
Cook It
Try using half white flour and half whole wheat flour in your favorite baked goods recipes.
Some recipes call for more sugar than they need. Experiment with using less sugar in the recipe. It usually still tastes plenty sweet!
Why It's Great
Using half white flour and half whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients without drastically changing the texture of the baked good.
