What is flour used for in cooking?

Flour is a staple ingredient used to make bread, cakes, cookies, pastries, and to thicken sauces or soups.

What types of flour are there?

Common types include all-purpose, bread flour, cake flour, whole wheat, and specialty flours like almond, oat, and rice flour.

How should I store flour?

Store flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For long-term storage, keep it in the freezer.

How long does flour last?

All-purpose and whole wheat flour can last up to 8 months in the pantry or longer if frozen.

Can I substitute one type of flour for another?

Possible, but results may vary. Each flour has different properties affecting texture and taste.

Do I need to sift flour before using?

Sifting can help remove lumps and aerate flour, useful for some recipes, but not always necessary.

What is self-rising flour?

Self-rising flour is all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt already mixed in, used for biscuits and quick breads.

Is flour gluten-free?

Most traditional flours contain gluten, but gluten-free options include almond, rice, and coconut flour.

How do I measure flour correctly?

Spoon flour into a measuring cup and level off with a knife, instead of scooping directly from the bag.

What does it mean to bloom flour?

Blooming flour means cooking it in fat to remove its raw taste, often used for making roux.

Yes, flour can spoil or develop a stale smell. Discard if it smells sour, musty, or looks infested.

What is the difference between bleached and unbleached flour?

Bleached flour is treated for a whiter color and finer grain; unbleached flour ages naturally and is slightly denser.

Yes, freezing flour extends its shelf life and helps prevent insect infestation.

Where can I buy flour?

You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.

Where can I buy flour around me?

You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

How do I know which flour to use for baking?

Choose the type specified in your recipe; bread flour for chewy bread, cake flour for light cakes, etc.

Buy flour online

Flour is a versatile kitchen staple essential for baking bread, cakes, pastries, and thickening sauces, making it a must-have for home cooks and professional chefs alike. Its fine texture and high-quality grains ensure consistent results, whether you're preparing pizza dough or pancakes. Flour is popular due to its affordability, nutritional value, and adaptability to an array of culinary uses across global cuisines. The best place to buy flour online is at masgusto.com with free delivery available.

Top 4 products for Flour

#1

El Rosal All Purpose Flour 4.4 lb

A versatile flour perfect for baking tortillas, empanadas, or pan dulce, essential in Mexican and Latino cuisine. It delivers a soft, light texture and mild taste, ideal for homemade breads and pastries. Great pantry staple for anyone who cooks or bakes with flour.

$3.39 - $5.29

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Good for deep frying
aldelavega
This is a good amount of flour for people who want to keep it on hand for small projects
보리차동차
Very good, came correctly and well packaged.
VitoriaSilva
good product
bpiu172
I arrived very well
Amairani
used in bechemal sauce for mac n cheese
Rose
This is the first time I buy this brand of flour. I hope it will be delicious when making buns.
2094shangrila
Ran out of flour and had to get some. This flour is perfect to make multiple dishes, such as pancake
nerissalee789

#2

Maseca Corn Flour

Perfect for flour lovers, this corn flour (masa harina) creates authentic tortillas, tamales, pupusas and arepas. Its mild, slightly sweet corn flavor yields soft, pliable dough. Gluten‑free and high in fiber, it fits healthy Latin cooking and easy home meals.

$4.99 - $6.99

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Gluten-free is important for health
yololizaldi
It arrived very well and very cheaply
Ana
Excellent product and excellent price. I really like ordering this product because they arrive on time.
Ricardo
It has already arrived to make rich and delicious tortillas and quesadillas or etc. and the product arrived in good condition and on time.
Ricardo
good price
masgusto.16257866
Excellent service
FlorGarcia
I loved the packaging, excellent service and quality.
AuroraZacarias

#4

Mineiro White Cassava Flour 35 oz

This gluten-free cassava flour is perfect for baking, breading, or thickening soups. With a mild, nutty flavor, it’s ideal for classic Latino dishes like pão de queijo and tapioca crepes. Naturally grain-free, it’s a healthy choice for allergy-friendly flour alternatives.

$3.49 - $4.49

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Good flour, not the fine kind we have in Bahia, but still very good.
jorgebenjamim
Now I can make my farofa the way I like it
juciramoslima
let's see how it goes
masgusto.16321259
This is the first time I have purchased this product. It isn't white and smooth like the product. I think this one will work better to make an Afro-Dominican version of a Christmas Tamales ( with pork and plantains, or Cod).
Juanita
First class flour
AnnaCake
Very well packaged, quality products
masgusto.15526647
First time buying this brand, it seems good. It's very thin.
jltakechi
Happy to have it in a different brand
Bruno Hess
thank you wee! safe na safe ang package.
jesteruri
Perfect for a little farofa at the barbecue!
jan_dpaula

Flour near me

Buy your favorite flour online with free delivery. MasGusto! has nation wide free shipping options with low minimums. Order flour near you and enjoy on-demand, contactless free delivery. Our latino market has no markups and prices are most often cheaper than retail stores. Thousands of families rely on MasGusto! to get fresh latino cuisine food ingredients to their home for cooking dinner. Find the biggest nearby selection of Mexican, Dominican, Puertorican or Brazilian food.

Frequently asked questions

What is flour used for in cooking?
Flour is a staple ingredient used to make bread, cakes, cookies, pastries, and to thicken sauces or soups.
How should I store flour?
Store flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For long-term storage, keep it in the freezer.
Can I substitute one type of flour for another?
Possible, but results may vary. Each flour has different properties affecting texture and taste.
What is self-rising flour?
Self-rising flour is all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt already mixed in, used for biscuits and quick breads.
How do I measure flour correctly?
Spoon flour into a measuring cup and level off with a knife, instead of scooping directly from the bag.
Can flour go bad?
Yes, flour can spoil or develop a stale smell. Discard if it smells sour, musty, or looks infested.
Can I freeze flour?
Yes, freezing flour extends its shelf life and helps prevent insect infestation.
Where can I buy flour around me?
You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

What types of flour are there?
Common types include all-purpose, bread flour, cake flour, whole wheat, and specialty flours like almond, oat, and rice flour.
How long does flour last?
All-purpose and whole wheat flour can last up to 8 months in the pantry or longer if frozen.
Do I need to sift flour before using?
Sifting can help remove lumps and aerate flour, useful for some recipes, but not always necessary.
Is flour gluten-free?
Most traditional flours contain gluten, but gluten-free options include almond, rice, and coconut flour.
What does it mean to bloom flour?
Blooming flour means cooking it in fat to remove its raw taste, often used for making roux.
What is the difference between bleached and unbleached flour?
Bleached flour is treated for a whiter color and finer grain; unbleached flour ages naturally and is slightly denser.
Where can I buy flour?
You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.
How do I know which flour to use for baking?
Choose the type specified in your recipe; bread flour for chewy bread, cake flour for light cakes, etc.

Gluten-free is important for health
yololizaldi
It arrived very well and very cheaply
Ana
Excellent product and excellent price. I really like ordering this product because they arrive on time.
Ricardo
It has already arrived to make rich and delicious tortillas and quesadillas or etc. and the product arrived in good condition and on time.
Ricardo
good price
masgusto.16257866
Excellent service
FlorGarcia
I loved the packaging, excellent service and quality.
AuroraZacarias
Good flour, not the fine kind we have in Bahia, but still very good.
jorgebenjamim
Now I can make my farofa the way I like it
juciramoslima
let's see how it goes
masgusto.16321259
Good for deep frying
aldelavega
This is a good amount of flour for people who want to keep it on hand for small projects
보리차동차
Very good, came correctly and well packaged.
VitoriaSilva
good product
bpiu172
I arrived very well
Amairani
used in bechemal sauce for mac n cheese
Rose
This is the first time I buy this brand of flour. I hope it will be delicious when making buns.
2094shangrila
Ran out of flour and had to get some. This flour is perfect to make multiple dishes, such as pancake
nerissalee789