How to make malt flour?

Malt flour is a type of flour made from malted grains. It is often used in baking to add a malty flavor and aroma to breads, cakes, and other baked goods. Malt flour can be made at home using a few simple ingredients and steps.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup barley grains

- 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

1. Rinse the barley grains under cold water and drain.

2. Place the barley grains in a large bowl and add the water. Stir to combine.

3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let sit in a warm place for 24 hours.

4. After 24 hours, the barley grains should have sprouted. Drain the water and rinse the grains under cold water.

5. Preheat your oven to 170°F (77°C).

6. Spread the barley grains in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 hours, stirring occasionally.

7. The barley grains are done when they are dry and crispy.

8. Remove the barley grains from the oven and let cool completely.

9. Grind the barley grains into flour using a grain mill or blender.

10. Store the malt flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Malt flour can be used in a variety of baking recipes, such as breads, cakes, cookies, and pancakes. It can also be used as a thickener in soups and stews.

Tips:

- If you don't have a grain mill or blender, you can also use a rolling pin to grind the barley grains into flour.

- Malt flour has a strong flavor, so use it sparingly in recipes.

- Malt flour can be substituted for up to 10% of the all-purpose flour in a recipe.