rye flour substitute
in waffles.

Crisp Waffles need Rye Flour to set the exterior grid while keeping the inside light and airy. A substitute must handle the iron's steam and heat.

top substitutes

01

All-Purpose Flour

10.0best for waffles
1 cup : 1 1/4 cup

Dense tangy flour; use 3/4 cup AP flour per cup rye flour, loses distinctive sour flavor

02

Whole Wheat Flour

10.0best for waffles
1 cup : 1 cup

Similar density, less tangy

03

Spelt Flour

10.0best for waffles
1 cup : 1 cup

Lighter rye-like flavor

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04

Buckwheat Flour

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Dark and earthy, GF option

05

Bread Flour

10.0
1 cup : 1/2 cup

Blend 50/50 with AP flour; dense result

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