Best Cornstarch Substitutes for Cookies

Find substitutions that keep spread, chew, and browning close to your original cookie recipe. Small ingredient changes quickly affect cookie spread and texture, especially fat and sugar swaps.

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

Can I make cookies without cornstarch?

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

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Arrowroot Powder

Use 1:1

Very similar behaviour. Better for acid-based and frozen sauces.

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How much does 1 cup of cornstarch weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of cornstarch is treated as 128 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.

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Can I make cookies without cornstarch?

Yes. Start with Arrowroot Powder at 1:1. Very similar behaviour. Better for acid-based and frozen sauces.

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