Milling your own flour

[Lightcs1776]

My wife and I have been on a Keto eating plan, which uses alternative flours, such as almond, sunflower, flaxseed, chia and coconut flours (we have currently only used almond and coconut flour). I am considering getting a milling machine for flour, as the milled ones can get a bit expensive. Does anyone have experience milling their own flour and be willing to share their experiences? I am looking for machine recommendations, pros and cons, etc. Thanks.

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[davent]

Have never tried this as i don't have the machine but i see/hear of people using a Vitamix for this job. Many other uses for a Vitamix as well.
dave

 

[ackvil]

I have never tried it but I know WonderMill makes some. A relative of mine has the WonderMill mixer with many attachments and loves it.

 

[Lightcs1776]

I have never tried it but I know WonderMill makes some. A relative of mine has the WonderMill mixer with many attachments and loves it.

If you have an opportunity to find out the pros and cons, I would love to know any details about the mill. I am looking into the WonderfulMill. Thanks!!

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[Macfrommichigan]

My local bulk foods stores sells flours cheap.

Takes a long time to recoup cost of a mill.

BTW, have a friend who keeps spare fridge in basement to store flour. Only costs $150 a year to operate. You can buy a lot of flour for $150.

 

[FarmerTan]

We've used the Vitamixer for it. It'll grind it finer than frog hair.

 

[Lightcs1776]

Thanks for the comments. I have more research to do before I decide if it is worth it.

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[Lightcs1776]

I have done more research and have come to a conclusion. A grain mill will not fit my needs. It is great for grains, but doesn't work for making almond or coconut flour. However, as previously mentioned by Farmer Tan, I can do these in a high powered blender. Since I already have one, I will give it a try in the future.

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[FarmerTan]

I have done more research and have come to a conclusion. A grain mill will not fit my needs. It is great for grains, but doesn't work for making almond or coconut flour. However, as previously mentioned by Farmer Tan, I can do these in a high powered blender. Since I already have one, I will give it a try in the future.

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Should work my friend. Keep us posted!

 

[global_dev]

i’ve used the dry container for vitamix. works well. better than the wet container.

 

[FarmerTan]

i’ve used the dry container for vitamix. works well. better than the wet container.

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[Lightcs1776]

I hope to try this out in the very near future. I will post the results.

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