Snowflake
Frequently asked questions
Snowflake was registered in Port Elizabeth in 1884, which makes it more than 140 years old. It is South Africa's best-known flour brand and today mills flour at five sites across the country.
Nutty Wheat is Snowflake's high-bran wheat flour, made with added coarse wheat bran for a higher fibre content. South Africans use it for wholesome breads, muffins and health rusks.
You can, but South African cake flour has a lower protein content than standard Canadian all-purpose flour, which gives a softer crumb. For traditional South African bakes the real Snowflake flour makes a noticeable difference to the texture.