Sunrise Flour Mill Organic Heritage Pizza Flour - 5 lb, Turkey Red Hard Wheat, Unifine-Milled for Stretchy Crusts

Sunrise Flour Mill USDA Organic Heritage Pizza Flour is a finely milled, 5-pound pizza flour crafted from Turkey Red heritage hard red wheat for stretchy, flavorful crusts without bleaching, bromates, or additives.

Designed to echo the texture of traditional Italian pizza flours while keeping ingredient lists simple, this blend combines heritage white and ultra-fine whole wheat flours. Milled using single-pass unifine technology, it yields an exceptionally soft, airy flour that performs well for high-hydration doughs and oven-baked pies. Certified organic and made from pre-hybridized heritage wheat, it prioritizes flavor and nutrient density over industrially-bred varieties.

How does this flour affect pizza dough performance?

This flour produces a dough with good extensibility and chew, making it easier to shape thin-to-medium crust pies that blister and brown in a home oven. The ultra-fine texture allows hydration to be absorbed evenly, promoting a cohesive gluten network without overly tough results.

• Fine unifine milling for fast water absorption and a tender crumb
• Blend tuned for stretch and chew similar to 00-style flours
• Works well with typical home oven temperatures and pizza stones

Will this be a good choice for people with wheat sensitivity concerns?

Sunrise Flour Mill uses Turkey Red heritage wheat—a pre-hybridized variety many bakers find easier to tolerate than some modern wheat strains. While not gluten-free, some individuals report reduced bloating when switching to heritage wheats; results vary by person.

• Made from heritage hard red wheat, not modern hybridized strains
• Zero chemical additives, bleaches, or bromates
• Certified USDA Organic to avoid pesticides and synthetic treatments

How should I use and store this flour for best results?

Use it much like other high-quality pizza flours: weigh ingredients for consistency, hydrate according to your recipe, and allow proper fermentation for flavor development. Store in a cool, dry place or refrigerate/freezer for long-term freshness, especially after opening.

• Weigh 00–00.5% hydration adjustments based on recipe and ambient humidity
• Cold ferment 24–72 hours for improved structure and flavor
• Airtight container or resealable bag; refrigerate to extend shelf life

What distinguishes Sunrise Flour Mill’s milling and wheat choice?

The brand uses single-pass unifine milling, a vintage process that creates exceptionally fine, fluffy flour in one pass. Paired with Turkey Red heritage wheat, the result emphasizes natural wheat flavor and a flour particle size that supports lofty, tender baked goods.

• Unifine milling produces superfine flour comparable to historic bakery textures
• Heritage wheat retains more micronutrients and flavor than some modern varieties
• Minimal processing—no bleaching, bromating, or added dough conditioners

Who is this for: Bakers and home pizza enthusiasts who want an organic, heritage-wheat alternative to Italian 00 flour that emphasizes flavor and texture. It suits those seeking unbleached, additive-free flour for artisan-style pizzas, focaccia, and similar baked goods, as well as cooks curious about heritage grains and their culinary performance.

Ingredients

Organic Heritage Hard Red Wheat