Can you use self rising flour instead of all purpose in a recipe?

Atole (the base of it all) Ingredients - 4 cups milk - 1/2 cup masa harina (the same flour used for tortillas) - 1 cup warm water (for masa flour) - 1–2 cinnamon sticks - 1 piloncillo - 1 can of evaporated milk - 1-2 whole anise stars If your masa mix is not thick, add little by little until you reach a nice rich thick consistency. Make sure to stir and cook on LOW. Be patient. What is Atole? Atole is a warm, slightly thick drink made from: Corn masa (the same dough used for tortillas), Water or