Can I use bread flour instead of semolina?

Yes. Use 1:1 for breads, ~3/4 cup for pasta. Closer in protein than AP. For pasta, reduce slightly — bread flour absorbs more water.

Using Bread Flour Instead of Semolina

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

Ratio

1:1 for breads, ~3/4 cup for pasta

Good — works well with minor differences

Recipe Adjustment Notes

Closer in protein than AP. For pasta, reduce slightly — bread flour absorbs more water.

Measurement Variance Note

For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 12% across brands and measuring methods (147g-187g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.

How Bread Flour Compares for Semolina

Quality rating: good. Closer in protein than AP. For pasta, reduce slightly — bread flour absorbs more water.

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