A Complete Guide to Einkorn Flour + Easy Beginner Recipes!
Einkorn flour has become increasingly popular over recent years, and for good reason! This post highlights all you need to know for getting started with einkorn flour, while also showcasing 8 easy and quick recipes that are perfect for the new baker.
Benefits of Einkorn Flour
You don’t have to look far to find a long list that boasts all of the health benefits of einkorn flour. It is a delicious ancient grain that hasn’t been processed the same way as modern-day wheat. Packed full of nutrients, it is a great way to sneak in more protein and vitamins into your standard recipes! It has a high protein content and a much lower gluten content that is easier to digest, making it a great option for folks who are gluten sensitive.
Einkorn also contains much less phytic acid than typical modern flours. Phytic acid inhibits your body from absorbing nutrients. However, einkorn also contains phytase, an enzyme that breaks down phytic acid, making it easier for the body to absorb nutrients like vitamins A, B, and magnesium.
It is quickly becoming my favorite flour to use in all sorts of recipes. I often find myself swapping out regular flour for this healthy grain, and have used it successfully in brownies, pancakes, and even cornbread! It works great for everyday and special occasions alike. I have used it in quick breads (like banana bread-recipe coming soon!) with delicious results. It brings a subtle nutty flavor to baked goods that I really enjoy.
You can find many delicious einkorn recipes out there. I suggest the next time you go to bake something with regular white flour or even bread flour, definitely give einkorn a try! I think you will be surprised with how delicious and nutritious the results can be.
Einkorn Breakfast Recipes
Let’s get into the quick list of some of the best einkorn flour recipes for those who are just getting started with this magical ancient grain. If you are just getting started and unsure how to use einkorn flour in recipes, this list is for you!
Pancakes
My daughter often requests pancakes in the morning (I mean who doesn’t, right?) and these delicious einkorn pancakes do just the trick! Light and fluffy with crisp edges, these easy buttermilk pancakes are given an extra boost of nutrients thanks to einkorn flour. This is a delicious and easy recipe the whole family will love!
Blueberry Mini Muffins
These easy and delicious einkorn blueberry mini muffins are a kid friendly and more nutritious twist on packaged mini muffins from the store. Soft, fluffy, and packed with dried blueberries, they make a delicious and easy breakfast or snack anytime of day!
Einkorn Bread Recipes
Biscuits
Fluffy, buttery, and delicious, these homemade einkorn biscuits are guaranteed to be a new family favorite. They are made with wholesome ingredients, and can be baked on a large cookie sheet or a cast iron skillet to achieve even better texture. A must try!
Skillet Cornbread w/ Honey Butter
This easy einkorn skillet cornbread is made in one large bowl and baked in a cast iron skillet for the perfect side to any meal. Topped with a delicious homemade cinnamon honey butter that is easy to whip up… you can’t go wrong!
Einkorn Desserts
Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
My all time favorite. These einkorn chocolate chip cookies boast crisp edges and chewy centers… seriously what more could you want from a cookie? This no fuss recipe requires simple ingredients and no chilling time, making it the perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe!
Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
This soft and chewy einkorn chocolate chip skillet cookie is delicious and given an extra boost of nutrients thanks to einkorn flour. This skillet cookies has crisp edges and a chewy center. It is best served warm, with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. Love at first bite!
Brownies
Chocolate lover’s rejoice! These decadent and fudgy einkorn brownies are both simple and delicious. Provided with an extra boost of nutrients thanks to einkorn flour, they make the perfect sweet treat the whole family will love.
Spiced Apple Crisp
Move over pumpkin spice! The ultimate fall dessert has arrived in the form of this delicious apple crisp made with einkorn flour. Flavored with crisp apples, cinnamon and vanilla, and topped with a cinnamon and brown sugar crumble, it brings the ultimate taste of fall to any table.
Blueberry Crisp
Ancient grains meet fresh blueberries in this easy and delicious recipe for einkorn blueberry crisp! This recipe uses only a few simple ingredients for the perfect baked treat any night of the week. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream…the perfect spring or summer dessert!
Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
These soft and chewy einkorn pecan chocolate chip cookies are not only delicious, but packed with nutrients! This is an all around great recipe to make eating chocolate chip cookies a little better for you, without sacrificing any flavor.
Can I Substitute Einkorn Flour for All-Purpose Flour?
Einkorn flour does not absorb liquid in the same way that typical all purpose flour does. For best results, it is a good idea to either use less liquid or more flour in einkorn recipes. The standard measurement is to use 1/4 cup extra of einkorn flour for every 1 cup of regular flour a recipe calls for. So, if a recipe called for 2 cups of all purpose flour, you would need 2 1/2 cups of einkorn. Or, you could simply use less liquid!
It can be a bit of a learning curve, but once you get the hang of it, it’s very easy. I also find that letting the einkorn doughs sit out at room temperature for a few minutes before baking helps the flour to absorb any extra liquid.
Where to Buy Einkorn Flour?
At the time of writing this, I have not been able to find einkorn flour for sale at a grocery store near me. Hopefully that will change one day! I typically buy my all purpose einkorn flour through Thrive Market. It is also sold through Amazon! You can find all purpose and whole wheat einkorn flour available here.
Can I Mill Einkorn Flour?
Absolutely! For those who have invested in a grain mill, you can purchase einkorn wheat berries to create freshly milled einkorn flour at home. The einkorn berries are available for purchase online through Azure Standard, Vitacost, Grand Teton Ancient Grains, or Amazon.
Ten Essentials for the Beginner Baker
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- Food Scale. It may seem a little odd, but do yourself a favor and spring for this little $10 scale. If you are wanting to take a dive into homemade bread, a scale is incredibly handy for yielding the perfect loaf of bread.
- Bench Scraper. I mostly use this when making homemade tortillas and hamburger buns! It works great for evenly cutting dough, among other things.
- Mixing bowls. These stainless steel bowls come in a variety of sizes and are incredibly durable. I use them constantly!
- Loaf pan. I use this all the time for homemade breads! I especially love the nonstick coating on this one.
- Stand Mixer. The heart of my kitchen. Seriously, haha. I use it constantly to make breads, desserts, pretty much anything! A definite investment, but well worth it in my opinion.
- Cast Iron Skillets. I have a few different sizes of cast iron skillets that I use daily. I use them to scramble eggs, make skillet cornbread, desserts… you name it. They are incredibly versatile and, when treated properly, will last forever.
- Food Thermometer. I use this little guy often when making homemade bread and dough recipes. It’s incredibly useful to have an exact temperature measurement to successfully proof yeast.
- Cookie Scoops. Great for creating uniform cookies, muffins…even meatballs!
- Baking Sheets. Incredibly versatile and a must have for any home baker.
- Measuring Cups. Always a good idea to invest in a good set.
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I hope you found this post with some of our family favorite recipes helpful! They really are some of the best. If you tried one of these recipes and enjoyed it, be sure to come back and let me know how it turned out for you!
