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...
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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...
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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!
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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There are a ton of minute muffin recipes on the internet. Some are sweet, such as this one, and some are savory. Either way, they really hit the spot when you are looking for something bread-like, cake-like, or muffin-like. The great thing about minute muffins is that they literally cook in one minute...
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I love to bake. I have for as long as I can remember. From time to time I like to use fruit to sweeten desserts. Not because I think stevia, erythritol or xylitol are unhealthy - simply to change it up and try something different.
I also like to experiment with coconut flour only recipes as I know many people don't tolerant or need to avoid nuts.
Coconut also has a ton of health benefits. It is one of the most fibre rich foods available. Fibre is important for bowel motions, yes, but it has another really important function...
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