Everything You Need to Know About Home Flour Milling
Thinking of milling your own flour at home?
Whether you’re a seasoned sourdough baker or just starting out, grinding your own flour is one of the best ways to enhance your baking. It’s fresher, healthier, more flavourful, and surprisingly easy with the right tools.
At Vanrooy Machinery, we’re here to support your journey into home milling, with expert knowledge and the brilliant Mockmill range.
In this guide, we’ll answer your most asked questions, walk you through the basics, and explain why flour milling is a trend that’s here to stay.
Let's Start With the Basics: Why Mill Your Own Flour?
Freshness & Flavour
Store-bought flour is usually milled months ago, stripped of its nutritious germ and bran, and sometimes even bleached. But when you grind your own flour at home, you unlock a nutty, rich flavour and retain all the natural oils and nutrients from whole grains.
Is it beneficial to mill your own flour?
Definitely. Milling flour at home gives you better control over the quality of your ingredients. It can maximise nutrition, and creates more flavourful results no matter the product. Especially whether you’re baking bread, pasta, or cakes. A bonus is that you can ensure your flour is gluten free, or allergen free, to ensure it is safe for consumption for individuals with intolerances.
Nutritional Value
Freshly milled flour retains essential vitamins, minerals, and fibre that are often lost during commercial processing. Grains like wheat berries, spelt and rye contain B vitamins, iron, and healthy fats that support digestion and energy.
What types of flour can you make?
With flour mills like the Mockmill range, you can make artisan flour as well as:
- Bread flour
- Whole wheat flour
- Cake flour
- Rye, spelt, and ancient grain flours
- Freshly milled flour for pasta, pizza, muffins, and more
You can even mill legumes like lentils for protein-rich baking blends.
Is It Cheaper to Mill Your Own Flour?
Let’s Talk Savings
We often get asked: “Is it cheaper to buy flour or make your own?” The short answer? Yes, in many cases, grinding your own flour is cost effective. Especially when you bake frequently or buy whole grains in bulk.
Is grinding your own flour cost effective?
Whole grains are often cheaper than processed flour, particularly when purchased in bulk. Plus, they store longer and waste less. Over time, your investment in a quality flour mill like the Mockmill easily pays for itself.
Is it cheaper to buy flour in bulk?
Absolutely. Bulk whole grains can cost significantly less per kilo than pre-milled flour and keep for months in airtight containers. This also reduces packaging and trips to the store.
How to Mill Flour at Home
How do you mill your own flour at home? It’s surprisingly simple with the Mockmill:
- Turn on your Mockmill and choose your desired fineness setting.
- Slowly feed your grain into the hopper.
- Fresh flour flows directly into your bowl—ready for baking!
It takes under a minute to make flour for a loaf of bread, and clean-up is easy!
What Are The Disadvantages Of Home Flour Milling?
There are a few considerations:
- Initial Cost: A quality mill is an investment, but a long-term one.
- Learning Curve: It may take a few tries to get your preferred flour texture.
- Storage: You’ll need to store your grains somewhere dry and cool.
But for most home bakers, the benefits far outweigh the trade-offs.
Meet the Mockmill: The Ultimate Home Flour Milling
At the heart of home flour milling is one name: Mockmill. Designed in Germany and built to last, the Mockmill grain mill range is perfect for passionate home bakers, chefs, and even small-scale professionals.
What Makes Mockmill Special?
- True Stone Milling: Made with real corundum-ceramic stones for gentle, cool grinding.
- Adjustable Fineness: Choose from ultra-fine flour to coarse grain for muesli or polenta.
- Eco-Friendly Design: Made with renewable materials, including bioplastic or birchwood.
- Quiet Operation: Quieter than impact mills and countertop friendly.
- Incredibly Easy to Use: Just turn it on, feed your grain, and collect fresh flour.
Best For Small batches: This mill is not designed for bulk milling at one time for quantities exceeding 1.5-3KG
The Mockmill 100 is a first-class, affordable stone mill designed for everyday home use.
With grind adjustments from very fine to coarse, it delivers around 100g of soft wheat per minute using durable corundum-ceramic milling stones. It’s easy to operate, and can run for approx 15-25 minutes before requiring a cool down period. The mill is simple to clean, and proudly made in Germany.
Includes a 6-year warranty for non-commercial use.
Best For Small batches: This mill is not designed for bulk milling at one time for quantities exceeding 3-5KG
The Mockmill 200 can mill a wide range of dry raw ingredients but in half the time of the Mockmill 100, bringing your creations to life faster.
With grind adjustments from very fine to coarse, it delivers around 200g of soft wheat per minute using durable corundum-ceramic milling stones. It can run up to maximum of 15-25 minutes (product/settings dependant) before cool down period.
Includes a 6-year warranty for non-commercial use.
Best For Micro batches: 600g hopper capacity, that mills up to 60g per minute (depending on the product)
The Mockmill Grainmill serves as an attachment for KitchenAid, meticulously crafted to replicate the milling capabilities of Mockmill’s standalone flour mills.
Manufactured in Germany, this attachment effortlessly grinds various dry raw materials, allowing you to transform your culinary ideas into reality, all through an accessible and cost-effective addition to your KitchenAid appliance.
Includes a 2-year warranty for non-commercial use.
Best For Small batches: This mill is not designed for bulk milling at one time for quantities exceeding 1.5-3KG
The Mockmill Lino 100 is part of an exciting range of flour mills designed in Germany, with flexibility and sustainability front of mind.
With an elegant wooden housing and 21st century design, the Mockmill Lino 100 will not only mill a wide range of dry raw ingredients but will bring your creations to life with its heirloom character.
Includes a 12-year warranty for non-commercial use, and a 2 year warranty for commercial use.
Best For Small batches: This mill is not designed for bulk milling at one time for quantities exceeding 3-5KG
The Mockmill Lino 200 is features an elegant wooden housing and 21st century design.
With grind adjustments from very fine to coarse, it delivers around 200g of soft wheat per minute using durable corundum-ceramic milling stones. It can run up to maximum of 15-25 minutes (product/settings dependant) before cool down period.
Includes a 12-year warranty for non-commercial use, and a 2 year warranty for commercial use.
Best For Bigger Batches: Features Non-Stop Milling
Built for serious bakers and professionals, the Mockmill 200 Professional offers maximum milling power with nonstop operation.
Effortlessly grind grains, legumes, spices, and more – including corn, chickpeas, rose petals, and freeze-dried fruits – at a high throughput of up to 200g of soft wheat per minute.
Featuring robust corundum-ceramic milling stones, stepless grind adjustment, and a powerful commercial motor, it’s easy to operate, simple to clean, and designed for continuous use.
Includes a 12-year warranty for non-commercial use, and a 2 year warranty for commercial use.
FAQs About Vanrooy Machinery
Who are we?
Vanrooy Machinery is Australia’s trusted supplier of premium bakery and patisserie equipment. We help professionals and passionate home bakers access world-class tools like the Mockmill.
Where can I buy a Mockmill?
Right here! We stock the full Mockmill range, including 100, 200, Lino, and attachments. Plus, we offer advice to help you pick the perfect fit.
Do you ship Australia-wide?
Yes—we deliver nationwide and also offer hands-on support from our Melbourne HQ.
Do you offer after-sales service?
Absolutely. We’re with you the whole way – from choosing the right mill to using it and caring for it long-term.
Ready To Get Started?
With the Mockmill range and support from Vanrooy Machinery, you can enjoy fresh, nutrient-rich flour whenever you need it.
Whether you’re making sourdough, pasta, pastries, or cakes, start with flour that’s as fresh and intentional as your baking. Explore the Mockmill range online or get in touch with us – we’d love to help you find your perfect match.
