Using Oat Flour Instead of Barley Flour

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology
Ratio
1:1
Good — works well with minor differences

Recipe Adjustment Notes

Similar beta-glucan content and softness.

Measurement Variance Note

For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 12% across brands and measuring methods (97g-123g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.

How Oat Flour Compares for Barley Flour

Quality rating: good. Similar beta-glucan content and softness.

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