Does white whole wheat flour need to be refrigerated?
I know that regular whole wheat flour needs to be refrigerated, but does white whole wheat flour also need refrigeration? I hate to use up the space in the refrigerator if I don't have to.
I have 5 lb. (2.3 kg), and it would probably take me a month or so to use it all.
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The only difference between regular whole wheat flour and white whole wheat flour is the variety of wheat from which it is ground. Regular whole wheat flour is ground from red wheat while white whole wheat is from a lighter pigmented wheat and thus the lighter color. In both cases the germ is still intact and thus as Jonathan Campbell stated, it will go rancid more quickly than white flour.
Keep it in a cool dark place and use up quickly if you can't refrigerate or freeze it.
When you keep it in the refrigerator or freezer and plan to use it for yeast breads, remember to allow it to warm to room temperature before using for best results with your yeast.
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Should whole wheat flour be refrigerated?
Yes, to further extend the shelf life of whole wheat flour, refrigerate or freeze it; place the whole wheat flour inside covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. How long does whole wheat flour last in the fridge? Whole wheat flour will maintain best quality for about 6 to 8 months in the refrigerator.Does white flour need to be refrigerated?
This means that it can be safely stored at room temperature (5). Yet, it should be kept in an air-tight container in a cool, dry place to preserve its freshness. Refrigerating or freezing it may further increase its shelf life (6).How long does whole wheat flour last at room temperature?
The reason: Whole-wheat flour still contain's the grain's bran and the germ, which are rich in fiber and other nutrients but spoil faster. As a result, whole-wheat flour keeps for up to three months at room temperature, and up to a year in the fridge or freezer.How long does white whole wheat flour last?
Whole grain flour such as whole wheat or white whole wheat flour typically has a use-by date between 3 to 9 months of the milling date. I like to use my whole wheat flour as soon as possible if kept out on the counter, or within 6 months if kept in the refrigerator, or longer if in the freezer.More answers regarding does white whole wheat flour need to be refrigerated?
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I typically look to the packaging for advice on storage. In this case, the King Arthur brand of white whole wheat flour recommends storing it in the freezer "for freshest taste."
You can certainly store it outside of the fridge if you don't have room but the oil in the germ will turn rancid much quicker. But really, if you're going to use the whole bag in one month, that shouldn't be an issue either way.
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