baking

Do not let this photo deter you from making these muffins...They are SO GOOD! These are literally my last two! I ate the rest of them and wanted to be sure I grabbed a photo so I could get this recipe out to you.The combination of oat and almond flours with the Greek yogurt gives these a really wonderful soft, moist texture. Not only does the Greek yogurt add moisture, it also gives these a bit of protein as well. Winning!

I realize that we are at the start of summer, not the start of fall, so coming out with a pumpkin recipe may seem like weird timing.However, when a pumpkin craving hits, you just have to roll with it!I don't know why, but a couple days ago I was hit with a craving of some pumpkin bread that I had about 14 years ago, when I made the change to more of a low-carb Paleo type of lifestyle. At the time, I wasn't as bothered to use honey or maple syrup in baking, as most Paleo recipes call for. However, now that I know that, although natural, those two things have the same effect on blood sugar as normal sugar, I tend to stay away from them. 

I chose to use almond butter in this recipe instead of peanut butter as I know many people are allergic to peanuts. You can, however, use peanut butter if you prefer. The cookies are delicious either way...

For those who love baking but are committed to a low-carb, Paleo diet for health reasons, finding ways to enjoy sweet treats without compromising health goals is key. Utilizing ingredients like coconut flour and almond flour not only offers a healthier alternative but also provides the body with necessary fiber. This fiber plays a crucial role in managing hormone health by aiding in the elimination of excess estrogen, which is vital for those dealing with conditions like endometriosis, uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, and PCOS...

If you checked out my Nut Free Paleo Sandwich Bread recipe, you know that almonds are a no-go for me right now.However, that is not the only reason I am playing around with nut free recipes. I know many schools don't allow nuts, so it is great to have some healthy baking alternatives for yourself and the kids... 

Now, when it comes to the biscotti, I found this difficult as I was new to low-carb. I didn't really understand how to swap almond or coconut flour for conventional flour, what ratio of stevia and erythritol would be appropriate to use instead of sugar, etc.But, this is where my amazing friend and mentor, Vanessa Romero saved the day! 

For as long as I can remember, I have not been a cake fan. It just wasn't my thing. I often chose to have pie instead. Lemon meringue or apple were my favourite. Also, my mom's apple crisp was something I could devour in no time! Seriously, it was so delicious! I would often sneak into the pan to steal another bite - or three - when nobody was looking lol...

Brownies.  Delicious, chewy, fudgey, rich, brownies. These are my absolute favorite dessert! I blame this on my oldest brother, who from the moment I was allowed to bake, has asked for brownies. Since he moved out for college (he is 10 years older than I am), each visit has included a batch of brownies. He doesn’t even have to ask anymore lol! I dare say this tradition has been happening for over 20 years...

If you read my Paleo / Keto Bruschetta post, you know that giving up bread was HARD for me. So, when I first changed my eating habits, I knew that I needed some baked good alternatives that would hit the spot. Enter blueberry muffins...

I chose to use almond butter in this recipe instead of peanut butter as I know many people are allergic to peanuts. You can, however, use peanut butter if you prefer. The cookies are delicious either way...