⭐ Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend (Best Gluten-Free Option)
1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend per 1 cup cake flour Quick tip: Provides a tender crumb and suitable texture but may require additional binding agents for best results.
Gluten-free blends often combine rice flour, potato starch, and tapioca starch to mimic wheat flour properties. These blends lack gluten, so cookies may be more crumbly without added binders like xanthan gum.
For sugar cookies, ensure the blend contains xanthan gum or add 1/4 teaspoon per cup to improve elasticity. Watch for dough hydration as gluten-free flours absorb differently.
The resulting cookies will be tender and soft, though slightly more delicate and crumbly compared to wheat-based cake flour cookies.