Corn Flour (Fine) (also: Maize flour | Fine cornmeal | UK: cornflour (ambiguous — see note)) — Mild sweet-corn flavour, fine texture, slightly yellow crumb.
Is it safe for coeliacs?
Naturally gluten-free. ⚠ Watch the name: in UK English, 'cornflour' means cornstarch, while in US English 'corn flour' is this fine maize flour. Always check which one a recipe means.
| Region | Gluten-free status |
|---|---|
| EU | GF if certified |
| US (FDA) | GF if certified |
| Australia / NZ | GF if certified |
In the kitchen
Mild sweet-corn flavour, fine texture, slightly yellow crumb. Best for: Baking, breading, thickening.
If you don’t have it
Rice flour (neutral)
Source: HTGF flour database · evidence tier A · last reviewed June 2026.