America's Favorite Cake Flour Since 1894
For over 100 years, bakers have preferred Swans Down Cake Flour. That’s because Swans Down is made from the finest American soft winter wheat and repeatedly sifted so that it’s 27 times finer than all-purpose flour. Swans Down Cake Flour is a pure soft flour that does not contain a leavening agent or salt. It is the perfect flour for all of your special baking needs.
Swans Down is simply the best flour for cakes. Hands down!
Is Swans Down flour Non-GMO?
HI Terry,
I have confirmed that Swans Down is non-GMO and does not have any bioengineered products in it. Thank you and happy baking!
This year for Thanksgiving I used Swansdown cake flour to bake my cake recipe instead of using unbleached flour. I always sift my flour whenever I bake cookies or cakes. I spayed the bundt pan using a name brand baking spray. It would not come out of the pan even on the 3 hour ride over to our destination and 3 hours after arrival gravity still didn’t help the cake to come out of the pan. We had to slice the cake in the pan to get the first slice out. Of course I had tried to loosen the cake from the pan before the trip. My sister-in-law used a rubber spatula to get the cake out . The cake was drier and more dense than when I used unbleached flour in the past. I will go back to using unbleached flour in my future baking of the special cake recipe handed down from my sister-in-law’s mom.
HI Barbara,
I am going to send you an email with some suggestions and perhaps answers to your question. I hope we can figure out what happened.
Thank you and happy baking!
I purchased a box of cake flour today. Upon opening the bag there was a prominent chemical/plastic odor. I have use this flour many times and it never smelled like this before. I still had 12oz on hand from a previous box so I was able to do a side by side test. The is a remar difference. I asked my husband to smell each. I didn’t tell him why. He too noticed the foul odor as well.
Hi Nicole, I have sent this on to customer service and our quality control department. You should have received an email.
Thank you.
Swans Down, thank you for such a lovely cake flour. It is new for me & I’m having a difficult time figuring out how much prepared cake batter should go into a 9” by 13” pan. The recipe is for 3 9” cake pans, how do I convert hat basic cake recipe listed on the box to fit a 9” by 13” pan?
Hi Vicky, Thanks for the nice compliment! Check out our Baking Tips section. We have Pan Sizes and Substitutions there. Happy baking!
How long is the flour good after the best buy date if the box has not ever been open?
Hi Patricia, We would not recommend using packaged goods after the marked Best By Date.
How many grams is a cup of your cake flour? How many cups are in a / pound box?
Hi Gregory, You can find a conversion chart for Swans Down Cake Flour in our Measurements section https://swansdown.com/measurements/. Happy baking!
Hello I would like to purchase some flour in bulk. Need assistance asap
Hi Ryan, Currently Swans Down Cake Flour is only available in a 2 pound package. Please call our Consumer Relations Department for information on buying in large quantities. 1-800-535-1961
How do i get coupons and a cookbook from you?
Hi Darlene, Please reach out to our Consumer Relations Department. They will be happy to help you. Happy baking!
Consumer Relations Department
400 Poydras Street, 10th Floor
New Orleans, LA 70130
1 – (800) 535-1961
service@reilyproducts.com
Hello,
Has any ingredients change in your flour I recently purchase this flour and I always use for my pound cake but for some reason the cake did not rise as it did before
Hi Melissa, Thanks for reaching out. We are sorry to hear that you had this experience with Swans Down Cake Flour. Your information was forwarded to our Consumer Relations Department. Someone will be reaching out via email. Or you can give them a call at 1-800-535-1961 service@reilyproducts.com. Thanks for being a loyal Swans Down Cake Flour consumer.
Would you please send me coupons and recipe book?
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Does Swans Down make a chocolate cake flour? Years ago, I’m almost certain that my mother used a Swans Down chocolate cake flour for her German Chocolate Cake.
Hi Cathy, Great inquiry! Some years back the Swans Down package had 2 versions, one featured a yellow cake serving suggestion the other featured a chocolate cake. Though the package featured a chocolate cake, the flour itself was not chocolate. Happy Baking!
What is the allergy information regarding Swans Down. Specifically if there a possibility of cross contamination with peanuts or tree nuts?
Hi Jessica,
Swans Down Cake Flour does not contain tree nuts or peanuts. In addition, Swans Down Cake Flour is processed in a peanut/tree nut free facility.
To also explain, Swans Down Cake Flour is processed and packaged in a dedicated room only for Swans Down Cake Flour. This room has a separate air duct, so this room has its own ventilation system. For additional information please contact our Consumer Relations Department at 1-800-535-1961. Happy Baking!
Hello Swans Down,
Do you sell unbleached flour?
Hi Tracy, Sorry, Swans Down does not offer an unbleached cake flour. Happy Baking!
Do you have to sift it if recipe calls for sifted flour or is it already fine enough?
Hi Monica,
Though Swans Down Cake Flour is 27 times finer than all purpose flour it should be sifted first, then from the sifted cake flour spoon lightly into a nested measuring cup and level the top by passing a spatula over it.
Cake flour becomes compact while sitting on shelves, thus when one does not sift first then measure one will be adding more cake flour than the recipe requires. This will cause the cake to be dry, lacking flavor and can cause cake to not rise to the proper height.
Happy Baking!
Years ago my mother made a cake with a brown sugar walnut nut botte and the batter had finely crushed walnuts. She used Swans self rising cake flour that came in a green box. Was this a recipe off that box? Where can I purchase this cake flour?
Hi Shelly, What a throw back!! This product has been out of production for nearly 20 years. We searched the Swans Down recipe archives and unfortunately was not able to find a Self Rising cake recipe that called for brown sugar and walnuts. Sorry we weren’t much help, but would LOVE to have the recipe if you come cross it. Happy Baking!
Is this flour sold in 50 pound bags?
Hi Kecia, Swans Down is currently only available in the 2 pound box. Happy Baking!
I am one of the descendants of the Igleheart Brothers. It is so nice to see that the cake flour is still loved today, as it was years ago. I have collected many of their cookbooks, and baking ware. I have even been to Evansville to look up family history. So nice to see this website.
Hi Janice, It is delightful to hear from you. Swans Down Cake Flour is definitely a beloved brand. Since 1894 Swans Down has been Passed Down from generation to generation creating wonderful family traditions that we’re sure the Inglehart Brothers would be proud of today. We should compare collections one day. Happy Baking!
I tried for days trying to find swans down cake flour my mom used it in her cakes and i remember her holding a large bowl cupped in her arms mixing for the cake. {Problem i cannot mix by hand is the cake ok using a hand mixer. Can you help?
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Hi Juneo, You can certainly use a hand mixer in place of mixing by hand when preparing Swans Down recipes. Happy Baking!
What is the protein percentage of your cake flour?
Hi Cuong, You can find the Nutrition Fact for Swans Down Cake Flour on our SmartLabel page. https://smartlabel.labelinsight.com/product/4199979/nutrition Thanks and Happy baking!
I recently purchased a box of Swans Down cake flour and when I opened it it has a chemical odor, I mixed up the dough but still had the odor and tasted off, any idea if it is safe.
Hi Jean, We apologize for this. Your contact information was forwarded to our Consumer Affairs Department. Someone will be in contact to assist you with this. Happy baking!
Do you have a Swans Down cake flour cook book?
IT is unfortunate that we can no longer get this flour in Canada. I thought of ordering online, but the shipping cost is insane: 28$ for one box, 44$ for 8. The latter works out to $8 a box, while the discounted price (8 or more) is $2.85. The problem, as usual between the two countries, is shipping by FedEx. USPS would be cheaper. I suppose I, and many others, will forgo Swans Down in the future. Too bad.
Hi Gena, I’ve forwarded your info to our Consumer Affairs Department. Someone will be contacting you to see if they can help to locate a distributor in your area.
Where can I find this cake flour in bulk in Southeast Wisconsin?
Hi Lisa, We love hearing from our Swans Down consumers! Currently Swans Down is availably only in a 2 pound package. In the Southeast Wisconsin area you should be able to find Swans Down at Pick N Save or Metro Market. Here’s a link to our Find A Store for other locations. https://swansdown.com/stores/
Hello I have a question? My mom made the original tea cakes, using the Swans Down Cake Flour, but when she died all of her recipes disappeared, do you have the original recipe for tea cakes?
When did you stop making cake mixes? I believe it was your company that made Lemon Flake cake mix; my mother swore by it. Do you have the recipe available?
Where can Swansdown cake flour be urchased?
Swans Down is the only flour I use for my cakes. I make so many a year, it would be great if it was sold in a larger volume. Anything bigger than 32oz? Anything I can do outside of buying multiple boxes?
Hello, I need to know if it is possible to purchase Swans Down flour in a much larger capacity (5 lbs) or more. I do a ton of baking and this is the only flour I use, but I need a larger amount, and at a savings when buying in bulk.
Hi Adrienne,
At this time Swans Down is only available in the box. However, we’re looking into possible larger-quantity options for the future, so please stay tuned! Happy baking.
Does Swans Down make a gluten free option of this cake flour?
Hi Kimberly, Swans Down does not currently have a gluten free option.
My question has been submitted a few times by others. I don’t see any response from SwansDown though. Should I not used out of date flour?
Hi Becky,
Check out our Baking Tips page, under “Expired Flour,” for information.
https://swansdown.com/tips/
HI,
Do you have a Scones recipe?
Hi Wanda! We currently are developing some scones recipes. Please stay tuned to the site; they’re coming soon. Happy baking!
Why do I have to sift the flour….can I leave that out
Hi Suzanne!
Here’s some information on the benefits of sifting, from our Baking Tips:
Sifting cake flour is one of the most important secrets to perfect baking. Sifting removes lumps and aerates flour so it incorporates easily into batters. Sift the flour and spoon into measuring cup, then level off making sure not to pack the flour. Always sift Swans Down Cake Flour unless the recipe specifically calls for unsifted.
Your Banana Bread calls for Buttermilk.
I only have 2% Milk. Is that ok to use?
Hi Linda, yes you can use 2% milk, but add about a teaspoon (at the most) of fresh lemon juice to the mix to account for the acidity of buttermilk. Happy baking!
My most favorite flour!
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How can I recreate the green box of cake flour using swans down red box? Please let me know as soon as you can. We are trying to recreate a recipe of my deceased mother’s for Christmas? Thank you so much!!!
Hi Mary, Swans Down used to make a self-rising cake flour (as opposed to pure cake flour) that was in the green box. We realize that this product is specified in many older recipe books and family recipes, so here are two suggestions for how to replace it:
1. Swans Down cake flour (in the red box) can be made into “self rising” flour by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt for each 1 cup of flour.
OR
2. You can use Presto Self Rising Cake Flour, which is made by our parent company, Reily Foods Co., and is equivalent to the Swans Down in the green box.
Happy baking!
Does Swans Down have a recipe for 7-up cake?
Hi,
I’m looking for the self-rising, the one on the green box that you used to sell by the 80’s. Is it still on market?
Thank you!
Hi Mari! Swans Down used to make a self rising cake flour (as opposed to pure cake flour) that was in the green box. We realize that this product is specified in many older recipe books or family recipes, and here are two suggestions for how to replace it:
1. Swans Down cake flour (in the red box) can be made into “self rising” flour by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt for each 1 cup of flour.
OR
2. You can use Presto Self Rising Cake Flour, which is made by our parent company, Reily Foods Co., and is equivalent to the Swans Down in the green box.
Does swan still make the flour in the green box that what i used for baking growing up
Hi Mary! Swans Down used to make a self rising cake flour (as opposed to pure cake flour) that was in the green box. We realize that this product is specified in many older recipe books or family recipes, and here are two suggestions for how to replace it:
1. Swans Down cake flour in the red box can be made into “self rising” flour by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt for each 1 cup of flour.
OR
2. You can use Presto Self Rising Cake Flour, which is made by our parent company, Reily Foods Co., and is equivalent to the Swans Down in the green box.
Hi Carol! Swans Down used to make a self-rising cake flour (as opposed to pure cake flour) that was in the green box. We realize that this product is specified in many older recipe books or family recipes, and here are two suggestions for how to replace it:
1. Swans Down cake flour (in the red box) can be made into “self rising” flour by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt for each 1 cup of flour.
OR
2. You can use Presto Self-Rising Cake Flour, which is made by our parent company, Reily Foods Co., and is equivalent to the Swans Down in the green box.
Does swan still make the flour in the green that what i used for baking growing up
Hi Carol! Swans Down used to make a self-rising cake flour (as opposed to pure cake flour) that was in the green box. We realize that this product is specified in many older recipe books or family recipes, and here are two suggestions for how to replace it:
1. Swans Down cake flour (in the red box) can be made into “self rising” flour by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt for each 1 cup of flour.
OR
2. You can use Presto Self Rising Cake Flour, which is made by our parent company, Reily Foods Co., and is equivalent to the Swans Down in the green box.
Where do I find this flour in the prov of Quebec in Canada?
Hi Renza! You can order Swans Down right here: https://reilyproducts.com/products/swans-down-32-oz/
Happy baking!
How long is cake flour safe to use after the best by date? I have some that says best by 5-19-19, I don’t want to make my pound cakes and them either not turn out or not be safe. But I know sometimes them dates are just a guide and you can still use certain things.
Hi Kathy! Please take a look here at our Baking Tips page, under “Expired Flour,” for more information. Happy baking!
https://swansdown.com/tips/
My mom used Swans Down cake flour in her 7-egg sponge cake then cut the 360 degree circle in half to make two 180 degree halves, turned each sideways to form two separate arches, and frosted each of them with pineapple cream frosting then covered them with coconut “fur” and decorated them with jelly bean eyes and pink paper ears. Easter bunnies. But she insisted it had to be Swans Down in the green box. I see only red boxes. What was the difference?
Hi Maureen! Swans Down used to make a self rising cake flour (as opposed to pure cake flour) that was in the green box. We realize that the green box Swans Down is specified in many older recipe books or family recipes, and here are two suggestions for how to replace it:
1. Swans Down cake flour in the red box can be made into “self rising” flour by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt for each 1 cup of flour.
OR
2. You can use Presto Self Rising Cake Flour, which is made by our parent company, Reily Foods Co., and is equivalent to the Swans Down in the green box.
Does your flour expire?
Hi Barbara,
Since wheat flour is a natural product, derived from a plant, it does not have an indefinite shelf life. Please take a look here at our Baking Tips page, under “Expired Flour,” for more information. Happy baking!
https://swansdown.com/tips/
I never used swansdown before and since i did i will use it a lot more for my baking,things tast better and get a lot fluffer.
This is the only flour I used to make my special
angel cake recipe. Can you help me find a Canadian
Supplier. Or an American source I can order from.
Dear Mrs. Bielak,
Thanks for the kind words. You can order Swans Down Flour online right here: https://reilyproducts.com/products/swans-down-32-oz/
Happy baking!
What is the shelf life of an un opened box of cake flour that has been in the cabinet for a couple of years. I bought it and then did not make the cake, so is it still good?
Hi Mary! Please take a look here at our Baking Tips page, under “Expired Flour,” for more information. Happy baking!
https://swansdown.com/tips/