Best Brown Rice Flour Substitutes for Muffins & Quick Breads

Use forgiving substitutions that still maintain moisture and lift in quick batters. Quick breads tolerate swaps better, but leavening and hydration still need balance to avoid gummy centers.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology

Can I make muffins or quick bread without brown rice flour?

Yes. Start with White Rice Flour at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.

Top Recommendation

White Rice Flour

Use 1:1

Smoother but less flavour. No bran nuttiness.

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How much does 1 cup of brown rice flour weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of brown rice flour is treated as 152 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.

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Common Questions for Muffins & Quick Breads

Best brown rice flour substitute for muffins?

White Rice Flour, used at 1:1. Smoother but less flavour. No bran nuttiness.

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