Homemade Oats Flour Recipe

This homemade oat flour recipe is a simple, beginner-friendly way to make healthy flour using just instant oats. All you do is lightly toast the oats to release a nutty aroma and then blend them into a fine powder. The result is soft, fiber-rich flour that’s great for smoothies, chapatis, or even thickening curries. I always keep a jar ready, it’s fresh, clean, and far better than store-bought versions. So if you’ve got a packet of oats sitting in your pantry, give this a try, it hardly takes 5 minutes! Perfect if you're cutting down on refined flours or want a nutritious twist in daily meals.

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 2

Total Time: 7

Servings: cup

Calories: 301kcal

Equipment

cooking pan
Blender

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup Instant Oats

Instructions

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Pre-Prep: First measure out 1 cup of instant oats. You can double or triple the batch, but I like making small amounts so it stays fresh. Then, heat a dry pan and lightly toast the oats for just 2–3 minutes. It shouldn’t get too brown, just a mild nutty smell is perfect. This step removes moisture and gives a nice aroma.
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Blending into Flour: Once the oats are cool (after toasting), add them to a clean, dry blender jar. Pulse it a few times until it becomes a fine powder. You can sieve it if you want an extra smooth texture, but I usually skip that unless I'm using it for baking.

Notes

Storage Suggestions

Keep your oats flour in a clean, dry, and airtight container. If you’re going to use it within a few days, storing it at room temperature is fine. But if you want to keep it fresh for 2–3 weeks or longer, store it in the fridge, it stays bug-free and maintains its taste and texture. I store the powder in a small airtight container or jar and keep it in the fridge if I’ve made a bigger batch. That helps it stay fresh and prevents any bugs or moisture. Usually, I make just enough to last me 7–10 days.

Serving Suggestions

There are lots of easy ways to use this flour daily. Add a spoon to your morning smoothie to make it more filling, or mix it into paratha or chapati dough for extra fiber. It’s also great in baking, try adding it to banana bread, muffins, or cookies for a wholesome touch. You can even make quick oats pancakes by mixing it with curd, chopped veggies, and a pinch of salt.

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