Definitions
- Referring to bread or flour made from the entire wheat kernel. - Describing a type of pasta made from whole wheat flour. - Talking about baked goods, such as muffins or crackers, made from whole wheat flour.
- Referring to bread or flour made from the entire grain, including the bran and germ. - Describing a type of flour used in baking that contains the entire grain. - Talking about cereals or porridges made from wholemeal flour.
List of Similarities
- 1Both wholewheat and wholemeal refer to foods made from the entire grain.
- 2Both are considered healthier options than their refined counterparts.
- 3Both provide more fiber and nutrients than refined grains.
- 4Both can be used in a variety of baked goods and dishes.
- 5Both have a nuttier and denser texture than refined grains.
What is the difference?
- 1Grain: Wholewheat is made from the entire wheat kernel, while wholemeal can be made from various grains, such as barley, rye, or oats.
- 2Texture: Wholewheat has a coarser texture than wholemeal due to the removal of the bran and germ.
- 3Color: Wholemeal is darker in color than wholewheat due to the inclusion of the bran and germ.
- 4Usage: Wholemeal is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of dishes, while wholewheat is primarily used in bread and pasta.
Remember this!
Wholewheat and wholemeal are both types of flour made from the entire grain, including the bran and germ. However, wholewheat is primarily used in North America and is made specifically from wheat, while wholemeal is more commonly used in the UK and Australia and can be made from various grains. Additionally, wholemeal has a darker color and finer texture than wholewheat, making it more versatile for use in a wider range of dishes.
