Einkorn Ancient Grain

3 lb bag of whole grain Einkorn Berries.  If you'd like us to grind them for you, let us know!  Ground to order for freshness.  

We also have All Purpose Einkorn Flour available. 

You can buy our einkorn in different forms:

Whole grain berries – for grinding fresh flour or cooking like rice.

Freshly Ground Einkorn flour – ready to use in baking and cooking. Whole Einkorn Flour means nothing has been removed. 

All Purpose Einkorn Flour - lighter in color, this has a slightly yellow tint due to it's lutein content.  The Ash and Germ have been removed to give it the lighter appearance.  

Why Buy Einkorn Ancient Grain?

Einkorn is one of the oldest cultivated grains, dating back over 10,000 years, and offers unique nutritional, digestive, and baking benefits compared to modern wheat. Here’s why it’s worth buying:

1. Easier to Digest

• Einkorn has a simpler gluten structure with fewer and weaker gluten bonds, making it easier to digest for some people who struggle with modern wheat.
• It has less inflammatory properties compared to hybridized wheat varieties.
• Many people with mild gluten sensitivity find they can tolerate einkorn (but it is not gluten-free).

2. Superior Nutrition

• Einkorn has higher protein, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants than modern wheat.
• It contains more lutein, beta-carotene, and vitamin E, supporting eye health and immune function.
• Higher mineral content (iron, magnesium, zinc, and potassium) makes it more nutritious than conventional wheat.

3. Rich, Buttery Flavor

• Unlike modern wheat, which has been bred for yield, einkorn has a naturally sweet, nutty, and slightly buttery taste.
• It enhances the flavor of baked goods like bread, muffins, pancakes, and pasta.

4. Less Processed & More Natural

• Einkorn has remained unhybridized for thousands of years, meaning it hasn’t been genetically altered like modern wheat.
• It is naturally resistant to pests and diseases, meaning it often requires fewer pesticides when grown organically.

5. Better Baking Qualities for Certain Recipes

• Einkorn has a softer, more delicate gluten, making it excellent for cakes, cookies, biscuits, pancakes, and soft breads.
• It absorbs liquids differently than modern wheat, so recipes may require slight adjustments.

6. Supports Sustainable Agriculture

• Einkorn grows well in poor soil and requires fewer resources, making it a more sustainable grain than industrial wheat.
• Supporting einkorn encourages biodiversity and small-scale, traditional farming methods.

7. Versatile Use

You can buy einkorn in different forms:

Whole grain berries – for grinding fresh flour or cooking like rice.

Freshly Ground Einkorn flour – ready to use in baking and cooking. Whole Einkorn Flour means nothing has been removed. 

All Purpose Einkorn Flour - lighter in color, this has a slightly yellow tint due to it's lutein content.  The Ash and Germ have been removed to give it the lighter appearance.