cakeflour
nounUK /ˈkeɪk flaʊə/
US /ˈkeɪk flaʊər/
Cake flour is a very soft, fine flour used to make light and fluffy cakes.
She used cake flour to bake a soft sponge cake.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A flour milled from soft wheat with low protein content, ideal for delicate baked goods.
The recipe calls for cake flour because it gives the cupcakes a tender crumb.
3. In some regions, a general term for any flour sold specifically for baking cakes.
Check the package label to see if the cake flour is bleached or unbleached.
4. A type of flour sometimes blended with cornstarch to mimic its texture at home.
If you don't have cake flour, mix all-purpose flour with a little cornstarch.