How to Store Flour the Right Way [Video]

Whether you stir up a batch of plump blueberry muffins every weekend or occasionally treat your family to a homemade deep-dish pizza, chances are you keep a supply of different flours on hand. To ensure that each one is at its best whenever cravings hit, you should know how to store flour properly. After all, flour—whether all-purpose, whole-wheat, or quinoa flour—has a shelf life. If not stored correctly, flour can pick up unpleasant flavors and aromas or become infested with bugs. We connected with baking experts to learn more about the right storage methods and got their tips for storing all types of conventional and alternative flours.

For many home bakers, there’s no debate about where to store flour: The default landing spot is the pantry or kitchen cupboard. But it turns out that a convenient cupboard might not be the perfect perch for all the flours in your collection.

Pantry or Freezer?

Flour should be stored in a cool, dry …