Caputo Italian Gluten-Free Flour 1kg

Achieve authentic Italian results in your own kitchen with Caputo Fioregut Gluten-Free Flour (Antimo Caputo). Distributed by ChickenPieces.com from our Calgary warehouse, this professional-grade 1kg flour is globally recognized as the premier choice for gluten-free pizza and bread. Unlike typical gluten-free blends that can be gritty or flavorless, Caputo utilizes deglutenized wheat starch to deliver the essential elasticity and traditional "stretch" required for a genuine Neapolitan-style crust and artisanal bakes.

Why It Works

• Professional Italian Performance: This is the industry-standard flour used by award-winning pizzerias to offer safe, high-quality gluten-free options that mimic traditional dough.
• Superior Elasticity & Stretch: The unique blend of wheat starch and vegetable fibers allows the dough to be worked and stretched without tearing, a rarity in gluten-free baking.
• Centuries of Expertise: Milled in Naples since 1924, Antimo Caputo brings a hundred years of traditional milling heritage to this modern, gluten-free formulation.
• Authentic Texture & Browning: Specifically engineered to produce a crispy "cornicione" (crust) with the characteristic leopard-spotting found in high-heat pizza ovens.
• Clean Label Quality: Free from the heavy bean or rice flavors found in generic blends, ensuring your toppings and dough flavors shine through.
• Local Canadian Inventory: Stocked in Calgary for rapid shipping across the country, eliminating the wait times and fees of international ordering.

Use Cases

• Pizza Houses: Serve a gluten-free crust that actually bubbles and browns like a traditional pie, satisfying your most discerning customers.
• Home Artisans: Finally master gluten-free sourdough or focaccia with a soft, open crumb and a golden, crunchy exterior.
• Hospitality & Catering: Provide a premium dietary solution for guests that doesn't feel like a "compromise" in quality or taste.
• Specialty Bakeries: Use as a reliable base for gluten-free biscotti, cakes, and other traditional Italian desserts.

Specifications

• Brand: Antimo Caputo
• Size: 1 kg (2.2 lbs)
• Product Type: Gluten-Free Flour Blend (Fioregut)
• Dietary Claims: Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. For maximum shelf life, seal in an airtight container once opened.
• Origin: Made in Naples, Italy

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caputo Fioregut safe for people with Celiac disease?
Yes, Caputo Fioregut is specifically formulated and certified for those with Celiac disease and gluten sensitivities. The gluten is physically removed from the wheat starch through a specialized milling process to ensure it falls well below the 20ppm international safety threshold. This allows for the authentic taste of wheat without the immune reaction associated with gluten. However, because it still contains the wheat plant, it is absolutely not safe for individuals with a primary wheat allergy. Always confirm with a medical professional for specific dietary concerns.

How does deglutenized wheat starch differ from regular flour?
Deglutenized wheat starch is the starch of the wheat kernel with the gluten protein washed away. In traditional baking, gluten provides the structure; in this blend, Caputo replaces that structure with a proprietary mix of vegetable fibers (psyllium) and starches. This allows the flour to behave remarkably like "Type 00" flour, giving you the ability to stretch the dough by hand—a process that is usually impossible with standard rice or corn-based gluten-free flours.

Can I use this flour as a 1:1 substitute in all recipes?
While Caputo Fioregut is incredibly versatile, it is primarily optimized for yeasted doughs like pizza and bread. Because it contains specialized fibers, it often requires a higher hydration level (more water) than standard wheat flour. For cakes or cookies, it works well as a 1:1 substitute, but for pizza, we highly recommend following the specific hydration ratios found on the bag or our blog to ensure the dough handles correctly and doesn't become too sticky.

Does this flour brown well in a home oven?
Yes, one of the standout features of the Fioregut blend is its ability to brown and develop a crust. Many gluten-free flours stay pale and "doughy" in the oven, but Caputo is designed to handle the high temperatures of a wood-fired oven (900°F) as well as the lower temperatures of a standard home oven (500°F). For the best results in a home oven, we suggest using a preheated pizza stone or steel to help jumpstart the browning process on the bottom of the crust.

Why is there a price difference between this and regular flour?
The price of Caputo Fioregut reflects the intensive technical process required to remove gluten from wheat starch while maintaining food safety and performance. Additionally, as a premium import from Naples, Italy, it carries the cost of international logistics. At ChickenPieces.com, we ship directly from our Calgary warehouse to keep these costs as low as possible for our Canadian customers, providing a professional-grade product that is typically only available to high-end pizzerias.

How should I store my Caputo flour for the best results?
To maintain the integrity of the starches and fibers, store your flour in a cool, dry pantry. If you live in a high-humidity environment, we recommend transferring the flour to an airtight glass or plastic container after opening. This prevents the flour from absorbing ambient moisture, which can throw off your hydration measurements during baking. When stored properly, the flour will remain at peak performance until the best-before date printed on the packaging.

Is this flour Non-GMO?
Yes, Antimo Caputo is committed to traditional Italian agriculture and their Fioregut flour is produced using Non-GMO ingredients. Italy has some of the strictest agricultural standards in the world regarding genetically modified organisms, ensuring that the wheat used in their deglutenization process is of the highest natural quality. This makes it a preferred choice for clean-label kitchens and bakers who prioritize ingredient purity alongside performance.

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