King Arthur Whole Wheat Flour is already a clean single-ingredient product containing only 100% hard red whole wheat flour with no additives, preservatives, or seed oils. The only improvement is sourcing certified organic wheat berries and grinding them fresh for maximum nutrition and flavor.
Based on: Whole Wheat Flour
· Makes approximately 112 servings (7 lbs flour)
· Serving: 0.25 cups (28g)
Why This Recipe is Seed Oil Free
Commercial Whole Wheat Flour from King Arthur often contains inflammatory seed oils like canola, soybean, or sunflower oil. This homemade version replaces them with healthier fats like butter, ghee, coconut oil, or avocado oil — giving you the same great taste without the processed oils.
The original Whole Wheat Flour may also contain artificial dyes. Check it on DyeFreeCheck to find out.
Ingredients
Organic Hard Red Wheat Berries
3.2kg (7 lbs) · Azure Standard Organic Hard Red Wheat Berries or Earthly Choice Organic Wheat Berries
The sole ingredient that will be ground into fresh whole wheat flour, providing superior nutrition and flavor compared to pre-ground flour that may have lost nutrients during storage
Instructions
Step 1. Clean and inspect the wheat berries: Pour 3.2kg of organic hard red wheat berries into a large bowl and carefully examine for any stones, chaff, or damaged kernels. Remove any debris by hand. Rinse the wheat berries in a fine mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain thoroughly and pat dry with clean towels.
Step 2. Set up your grain mill: If using an electric mill like the NutriMill or Wondermill, ensure it's clean and properly assembled. For hand-crank mills like the Country Living Grain Mill, secure it to a stable surface. Adjust the milling plates to the finest setting for whole wheat flour consistency.
Step 3. Mill the wheat berries in batches: Process 400-500g of wheat berries at a time to avoid overheating the mill and flour. Feed the berries slowly into the hopper, maintaining a steady pace. Fresh-ground flour should be light brown with visible bran flecks and have a sweet, nutty aroma. The entire 7 lbs should take 30-45 minutes to mill completely.
Step 4. Sift and store immediately: Pass the fresh flour through a fine mesh sieve to ensure uniform texture, though some bran pieces are expected and desired. Transfer immediately to airtight containers - glass jars or food-grade buckets with tight-fitting lids work best. Fresh-ground flour contains oils that can go rancid, so proper storage is critical.
Step 5. Label and date containers: Mark each container with the grind date and type of wheat. Use within 3 months when stored at room temperature, 6 months refrigerated, or 1 year frozen. For best nutrition and flavor, grind only what you'll use within 2-4 weeks. The flour can be used immediately - no aging required unlike some commercial flours.
Storage
Store in airtight containers in a cool, dark place. Use within 3 months at room temperature, 6 months refrigerated, or 1 year frozen. Fresh-ground flour retains wheat germ oils that provide nutrition but reduce shelf life compared to commercial flour.
Cost Comparison
Cost per serving (homemade)$0.045
Cost per serving (store-bought)$0.071
Savings37%
Initial mill investment ($279) pays for itself after grinding about 200 lbs of flour. Fresh-ground flour provides superior nutrition with wheat germ and bran intact, plus no risk of rancidity from extended storage. Buying organic wheat berries in 25-50 lb bags dramatically reduces per-pound costs versus small retail packages.