The Coconut Mama Staff

Baking can be tricky business, and it's important to use the right type of flour for the job. Coconut flour is especially popular for its rich texture and naturally sweet taste. But have you ever heard of chestnut flour? In Italy, they call it “farina dolce”, or sweet flour because of its nutty, sweet flavor. Coconut flour and chestnut flour are two great gluten-free options for baking, but is one better than the other? [...]

While coconut flour is a fantastic alternative for gluten-free, keto-friendly, and paleo baking, potato flour is often cited as a favorite for gluten-free recipes and thickening pie fillings. It’s also commonly used in cooking, binding together patties and thickening stews, soups, and gravies, to name a few. If you’re new to potato flour, we’re about to look into a comparison between coconut flour and potato flour so you [...]

Coconut flour is one of many healthier-for-you alternatives to wheat-based flour available nowadays. Wander down the baking aisle and you’ll also see almond flour, rice flour, chickpea flour, buckwheat flour…the list goes on. Each has its own unique characteristics and benefits, and there’s a lot to consider when choosing and baking with a substitute for standard all-purpose flour. We’re here to help unpack all of [...]

Coconut flour and flaxseed flour (also known as flaxseed meal) are both wholesome alternative flours that have plenty of benefits for both health and baking. But - they have many different qualities that make them more suitable for certain types of baked goods. We’re about to do a deep dive into coconut flour vs flaxseed flour - their makeup, nutrition facts, and how they fare when it comes to baking! Comparing coconut [...]

If you’re a fan of coconut flour, you know it’s a superb alternative to all-purpose flour for lots of reasons. This gluten-free, grain-free flour makes for a great baking substitute, and bonus: it’s naturally sweet and nutritious, too. But it’s not the only gluten-free flour out there – there’s coconut flour vs almond flour vs chickpea flour and more – and all of these alternatives can get a little confusing.  Another [...]

Coconut flour and amaranth flour have both proven themselves to be awesome gluten-free alternatives to all-purpose flour, but which one is best for you? They each provide some great benefits, and offer different options when it comes to taste and nutritional value. That being said, their versatility might mean that you may prefer one over the other, depending on what your goals and diet is like. Let’s dive in and compare [...]