Is all-purpose flour self-rising?

Table of Contents:

1. Is all-purpose flour self-rising?
2. Is cake flour self-raising?
3. What is the UK equivalent of semi sweet chocolate?
4. What is half and half called in the UK?

Is all-purpose flour self-rising?

Self-rising flour is a combination of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Chances are high that you already have those staples in your pantry already too. The blend is typically comprised of 1 cup of all-purpose flour plus 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon fine salt.

Is cake flour self-raising?

Cake flour is NOT “self-raising flour,” and it is NOT “sponge flour.” The closest thing would be “plain flour,” sifted with a little cornstarch (see “Cake Flour Substitute” below).

What is the UK equivalent of semi sweet chocolate?

Common Baking Ingredients

UK Ingredients	US Ingredients
Jam	Jelly
Solid white Vegetable Fat	Shortening
Cooking Chocolate/Dark (at least 70% cocoa solids)	Bittersweet Chocolate
Plain Chocolate (around 50% cocoa solids)	Semisweet Chocolate

What is half and half called in the UK?

Half and half is a creamer that is half milk and cream (commonly known as half cream in the UK or sometimes known as single cream).