How to Use self-rising flour in a Sentence

self-rising flour

noun
  • Pat top of each dough ball with self-rising flour.
    — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
  • The self-rising flour lifts the dough just enough for a soft, golden dome.
    — Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2025
  • Some folks prefer self-rising flour for their beer batter.
    — Jack Hennessy, Outdoor Life, 29 Apr. 2026
  • The key is to use self-rising flour as indicated in the recipe.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
  • Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, mix self-rising flour with salt and pepper.
    — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2020
  • As promised in the name, this recipe cuts the prep time by using self-rising flour instead of yeast in the dough.
    — Washington Post, 5 Dec. 2020
  • Combine one cup of milk, one cup of sugar, one cup of self-rising flour, and a few drops of vinegar; pour into pan.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
  • Be careful not to substitute self-rising flour for other flours while baking!
    — Carmen Collins, Country Living, 19 Apr. 2022
  • Be careful not to substitute self-rising flour for other flours while baking!
    — Carmen Collins, Country Living, 19 Apr. 2022
  • Along with self-rising flour, prepackaged baker’s yeast disappeared from most grocery store shelves long ago.
    — Erin McKenney, Discover Magazine, 15 June 2020
  • Combine the self-rising flour, baking soda, salt and sugar in a medium mixing bowl.
    — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 28 June 2021
  • In place of all-purpose or self-rising flour, this mix uses rice flour and potato starch, which accounts for its fluffy, airy texture.
    — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
  • For every 1 cup of self-rising flour, substitute 1 cup all-purpose flour plus 1 tsp.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2021
  • Stir in 2/3 cup self-rising flour, 1 egg and 1 tablespoon water.
    — Kathleen Purvis, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The secret ingredients of self-rising flour are the baking powder and salt added during the milling process.
    — Carmen Collins, Country Living, 19 Apr. 2022
  • With the addition of self-rising flour and blueberries, your batter is ready for scooping and baking.
    — Washington Post, 23 July 2021
  • Even with the preserving power of the freezer, the baking powder in self-rising flour degrades faster than the flour itself.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
  • A touch of self-rising flour helps lighten and lift the texture so the cornbread itself has a cake-like crumb, but the crust has a nice, satisfying crunch.
    — Tiffany Vickers Davis, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2024
  • Combine all the dry ingredients (self-rising cornmeal, self-rising flour, baking powder and salt) and sift.
    — Dallas News, 9 Sep. 2020
  • The main ingredients are softened vanilla ice cream, self-rising flour and blueberries, with two optional add-ins.
    — Washington Post, 11 Sep. 2021
  • Make a simple cake batter using self-rising flour, eggs, buttermilk, shortening, and sugar.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026
  • Make a simple cake batter using self-rising flour, eggs, buttermilk, shortening, and sugar.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2024
  • For the 2-Ingredient Bagels 1 cup self-rising flour—or make your own blend by mixing 1 cup flour, 1½ tsp.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2023
  • The Popularity of Spoon Rolls The fastest of all these rolls were spoon rolls using self-rising flour and yeast.
    — Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2025
  • These tender, flaky mayonnaise rolls are a weeknight quick bread that utilizes the ease of self-rising flour, along with some liquid, to make a dinner roll that doesn’t require a rolling pin or proofing.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
  • When two-ingredient dough — just Greek yogurt and self-rising flour — was all the rage, Julia Turshen was intrigued.
    — Nicole Hvidsten, Star Tribune, 5 May 2021
  • Instead, add about ¼ teaspoon of baking powder per cup of self-rising flour, especially if it has been stored for several months, according to Smith.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
  • White Lily is known primarily for its self-rising flour, which is commonly used by southern chefs to make biscuits, but the brand’s much less popular bread flour has seen the biggest sales jump.
    — Amanda Mull, The Atlantic, 12 May 2020
  • Combine self-rising flour, beer, melted butter, and sugar in a large mixing bowl ($20, Bed Bath & Beyond) until just combined.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2021
  • Ingredients for Easy Peach Cobbler With self-rising flour in the mix, just six ingredients are needed to make this simple and satisfying dessert.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 4 June 2024

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