The Coconut Mama Staff

How does oat flour vs bulgur wheat flour measure up? Well, bulgur wheat flour is very similar to all-purpose flour, making it a popular option in recent years. Meanwhile, oat flour is often used in desserts for specific texture and flavor. But let’s dig a little deeper.  When is it appropriate to use one over the other? What should you know about their nutritional contents? Below, I answer these questions and [...]

Coconut butter has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its many uses and supposed health benefits. But like any food, all coconut butter has an expiration date. Generally speaking, coconut butter should be good for between six and 15 months past the best-before date, depending on the brand. Often, the best-before date is when the food is going to be the freshest and is not the actual expiration date. So, [...]

Are you debating between oat flour vs sesame flour? Well, your debate ends here.  While both flours have their uses, oat flour is better for sweet desserts and sesame flour is best for savory baked goods. And why? It all comes down to flavor and texture. Let's dig in. Comparing oat flour vs sesame flour Sesame flour offers a gluten-free, keto-friendly, and paleo-friendly option. Oat flour, on the other hand, is [...]

Is there really a comparison between oat flour vs potato flour? Well, they both have their place in the kitchen! While oat flour is wonderful for all kinds of baked goods, like muffins, crisps, cookies, and more, potato flour is particularly good for the creation of moist (and delicious!) breads.  So, let’s take a closer look at the differences between these two flours and help you select the most appropriate one for [...]

It’s baking time! But which flour should you choose? When it comes to oat flour vs amaranth flour, the key difference is where they are derived from. Oat flour is made from grounded oats, and amaranth flour is made from grounded amaranth. And yes, one might be more suitable in specific situations than the other. So, what should you know? How do these different flours compare to all-purpose flour and each other? Let’s get to [...]

If you've spent any time cooking with coconut oil, chances are good you've heard of or come across coconut manna. Coconut manna is usually presented as an alternative to coconut oil - so what is it, what are the differences in coconut manna vs coconut oil, and when should you use each? First off, let's define some terms. Coconut manna is another name for coconut butter, which contains pureed and dried coconut meat ground up [...]