Can you convert self rising flour into all purpose flour?

You can't directly convert self-rising flour into all-purpose flour. Here's why:

* Self-rising flour already contains leavening agents (baking powder and salt) and sometimes a bit of shortening. All-purpose flour, on the other hand, is plain flour with no additives.

* You can, however, make a substitute for all-purpose flour using self-rising flour.

To make an equivalent amount of all-purpose flour using self-rising flour:

1. Remove the leavening agents: For every cup of self-rising flour, subtract 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

2. Substitute with plain flour: Replace the removed amount with plain all-purpose flour.

For example:

* If you need 2 cups of all-purpose flour and only have self-rising flour, you would remove 3 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt from the 2 cups of self-rising flour.

* Then, add 3 1/2 teaspoons of plain all-purpose flour to compensate for the removed ingredients.

Keep in mind:

* This method provides a close approximation, but the results may vary slightly due to the shortening content in some self-rising flour brands.

* If you don't have plain all-purpose flour, you can use a different type of flour, like bread flour or cake flour, but adjust the amount based on the specific recipe.

Ultimately, the best approach is to use the type of flour specified in your recipe. If you don't have the right kind, consult a reliable conversion chart or recipe resource for guidance.