Flour vs Baking Powder
Overall, Baking Powder has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Flour | Baking Powder |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 341 kcal | 161 kcal |
| Fat | 1.3 g | 0.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 1.5 g | 0.3 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 35.7 g |
| Fiber | — | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 9.4 g | 3.5 g |
| Additives | 1 | 4 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Baking Powder has 53% fewer calories (161 kcal vs 341 kcal).
- Baking Powder has 46% less fat (0.7 g vs 1.3 g).
- Baking Powder has 80% less sugar (0.3 g vs 1.5 g).
- Flour has no salt, while Baking Powder has 35.7 g.
- Flour has 63% more protein (9.4 g vs 3.5 g).
Ingredients
Flour
100% British Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin) (100%). ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. This flour is produced on a site that also produces products containing soya.
Baking Powder
Raising agents, disodium diphosphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate, wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Flour or Baking Powder?
Overall, Baking Powder has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Baking Powder has fewer calories: 161 kcal versus 341 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Baking Powder has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 1.5 g per 100 g.