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Better Batter Flour Vs Tom Sawyer Flour

Jenny (AZ via TX)

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Jenny (AZ via TX) Enthusiast
Jenny (AZ via TX)
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Which do you prefer?

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Roda
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Since my diagnosis the end of Oct. 2008 I have only used Tom Sawyer. I have been pleased so far for cakes, banana bread and cookies. I have attemped some bread but have not had any luck. I think it is me not the flour. However I am expecting in 25 lb of the better batter this week so I will let you know what I think. I ordered it this time for two reasons. It worked out to be around a $1.00 less per lb. and I wanted to try something else.

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happygirl
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We got both around the same time, and prefer Better Batter.

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mamaw
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betterbatter gets my vote

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taweavmo3
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Since my diagnosis the end of Oct. 2008 I have only used Tom Sawyer. I have been pleased so far for cakes, banana bread and cookies. I have attemped some bread but have not had any luck. I think it is me not the flour. However I am expecting in 25 lb of the better batter this week so I will let you know what I think. I ordered it this time for two reasons. It worked out to be around a $1.00 less per lb. and I wanted to try something else.

Hey! Just curious, how did you get the Better Batter for such a good deal? I really want to try this, but for a 25 lb bag, the price was $60, plus another $40 for shipping. Ouch. I might try the Domata Living flour first, since it's a bit cheaper. But I would love to get Better Batter if the price was better. We are gluten-free family of 6, and I don't bake nearly as much as I'd like to b/c of the price of flour. Right now I use Annelise Roberts' mix, but I would love to be able to buy a premixed all purpose flour to have on hand.

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happygirl
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Are you purchasing it online from www.betterbatter.org? Shipping is not $40 for me. I didn't purchase it, but went through the steps, and shipping was $5.

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SacGFGirl
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Which do you prefer?

Tom Sawyer all the way! Since I was introduced to it I haven't used anything else. I love it, especially because it already has the xathan gum in it, so I don't have to buy it. Everything I make with Tom's blend comes out fabulous!

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Are you purchasing it online from www.betterbatter.org? Shipping is not $40 for me. I didn't purchase it, but went through the steps, and shipping was $5.

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Yes I purchased it on line on their main site. The 25 lb bag was $60.00 plus an additional $5.00 for the shipping and handling. I order the Tom Sawyer flour from their site and got 15 lb for $51.75 ( three 5 lb bags) shipping cost was included in the price. With shipping the Better Batter works out to $2.60/lb and the Tom Sawyer $ 3.45/lb. I might say that I am very satisfied with the Tom Sawyer, but had nothing to compare it with so I am going to try the Better Batter. After I use up the Better Batter I will order the one I like best. I'm hoping it will be here Thursday. One thing is that the Tom Sawyer ships priorty mail and you usually get it in two to three days, so they have great service! The Better Batter in bulk only ships ups ground and I ordered it last Wednesday.

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taweavmo3
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I'm a goofball....I was looking at the shipping to Canada, lol. The shipping is only $5 for me. I think I'll give the Better Batter a shot too, there is one option to get two 5 lb bags and a signed cookbook for $45. I luuurve new cookbooks of any kind, so I'm in. Also, if anyone wants me to use their name as a refferal so you can get extra points or %, or whatever it is, just PM me. I figure every little bit helps!

triathjt Newbie
triathjt
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no contest for us - better batter all the way! I find that my baked goods come out moister and less crumbly than when using other flours including Tom Sawyer.

Jenny (AZ via TX) Enthusiast
Jenny (AZ via TX)
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Thanks for all the replies. Is xanthun gum included in the Better Batter flour? Do most of you buy it from Better Batter or Amazon. Thanks.

I've been using a flour by a local gluten-free baker here and so far things have just been OK. It might be me, but thought I would try another brand.

Against thanks for the replies.

happygirl Collaborator
happygirl
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Thanks for all the replies. Is xanthun gum included in the Better Batter flour? Do most of you buy it from Better Batter or Amazon. Thanks.

I've been using a flour by a local gluten-free baker here and so far things have just been OK. It might be me, but thought I would try another brand.

Against thanks for the replies.

Yes, it has xanthan gum. All the ingredients are listed on their website (www.betterbatter.org) so that you can check them out.

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The Kids Folks
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We've only used Tom Sawyer so far (gluten-free since October 08). None of our gluten friends can tell the difference. My 7 yr old made cookies for a Cub scouts bakeoff and won 3rd prize. The judges had no idea what gluten free meant but absolutely LOVED the cookies!!

candrews Newbie
candrews
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I buy Jules' Nearly Normal Flour--I find it works best and is the best deal: 2 10lb bags for $39 that includes an online cookbook with over 200 recipes! Shelf life of baked goods is longer too, because it has expandex as an ingredient.

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Roda
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Well my better batter flour came in this afternoon. I opened it up so I could try it out. I made brownies with it since I have made the same brownies about three times with the Tom Sawyer. Well my husband votes for the better batter. I have to admit I liked the brownies better also. They were not as dense and more cake-like and and no hint of grittiness. The Tom Sawyer had a slight hint of grit. I can't wait to try it out on a gluten-free birthday cake. I have made two with the other, alas they were good but we complained of the cakes being heavy and sitting like a rock in your stomach. I even sifted the flour. So tomorrow I am going to make cupcakes and see. I have my oldest son's birthday coming up and he wants a light saber cake for his birthday(he is not gluten-free but at home he mostly is) and mommy wants to eat some cake too! I'll post back and let you know what I think of the cupcakes.

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I find that my baked goods come out moister and less crumbly than when using other flours including Tom Sawyer.

They were not as dense and more cake-like and and no hint of grittiness. The Tom Sawyer had a slight hint of grit.

That describes our experiences - mainly the crumbs and the grit. All that being said - I still enjoyed TS flours. The differences between TS and BB are fairly minor, but enough for me to have a preference. Its wonderful that we have MULTIPLE really, really good gluten free flours on the market.

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lcbannon
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I have a recipe very similar to the better batter flour. I use it cup for cup like reg flour-

If anyone is interested I can post it.

Jenny (AZ via TX) Enthusiast
Jenny (AZ via TX)
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Yes, please post your recipe.

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