Buckwheat Flour

Flours & Grains

Ground from buckwheat groats (botanically a seed, not a grain). Naturally gluten-free with deep, earthy flavour.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData Central, in-house testingMethodology

Properties

Density Index
0.50 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
120g
Texture
Dry
Category
Flour
Top Substitute

Rye Flour

Use 1:1

Similar density and dark flavour, but contains gluten.

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Conversions

cupsgrams
1/4 cups30.0 grams
1/3 cups40.0 grams
1/2 cups60.0 grams
1 cups120 grams
1.50 cups180 grams
2 cups240 grams
3 cups360 grams
4 cups480 grams
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.5 g/ml
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Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking

1 cups of Buckwheat Flour equals 118 grams
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Substitutions for Buckwheat Flour

Storage Tips

Refrigerate up to 6 months. Freezes for a year.

Baking Science

Rich in rutin and a full amino acid profile. Distinct mineral flavour from the dark hull pieces. Works best blended with milder flours; 100% buckwheat is intense.

Recipe Context

For cakes: use weight to avoid dense crumb from over-measuring.

For bread: control hydration by weighing flour and liquids together.

For cookies: 10-20g extra flour can reduce spread noticeably.

Common Pitfalls

  • Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
  • Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
  • Scooping directly from the bag compresses flour and can make bakes dry.

Brand Variance & Measuring Method

Baseline reference: 1 cup buckwheat flour = 120g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 106g-134g per cup (12% band).

Why this happens: flours and grains compact differently based on scoop method, humidity, and grind fineness.

Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).

Common Questions

How many grams is 1 cup of buckwheat flour?

1 cup of buckwheat flour weighs 120 grams.

What can I substitute for buckwheat flour?

Rye Flour (1:1), Oat Flour (1:1)

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