If you're baking a cake, you NEED cake flour. Why? It gives you that perfect texture and crumb that you get at the bakery. But with a plethora of options out there, how do you choose the best cake flour? Fear not, I've done the taste-testing for you! Today, I'll be sharing my top picks for the best cake flours available on the market. So, let's dive in and discover the flour that will take your cakes to the next [...]
Buttermilk vs Milk: Which is Better?
Buttermilk and milk are two staples when it comes to cooking and baking, but do you truly know what buttermilk is, and more importantly, when should you opt for it over regular milk? Well, that’s exactly what I’ll be answering today. So, let’s clear things up! Comparing buttermilk vs milk Buttermilk (lowfat/1%)Cow milk (including whole, 2%, skim, etc.)TypeAnimal-basedAnimal-basedCommon [...]
What Are the Best Keto Cooking Oils and Fats?
When selecting oils for the ketogenic diet, it is best to choose those made from naturally fatty foods. These naturally high-fat foods require less processing to extract the oil. Therefore, I favor oils derived from avocados, olives, and coconuts. For cooking purposes, the recommended oils are extra virgin olive, avocado, almond, walnut, and coconut oil. Animal fats like butter, ghee, lard, and tallow are also great [...]
What Are the Worst Cooking Oils and Fats for Keto?
A keto diet emphasizes a high consumption of fats and proteins with minimal carbohydrates. Most oils are considered technically keto, but some are definitely discouraged on the diet. When choosing fats for a ketogenic diet, avoiding unhealthy options like processed vegetable oils is advisable. Industrial seed oils such as soybean and corn oils are highly processed and can be inflammatory. Unlike naturally fatty foods like [...]
Which Cooking Oils Have the Highest Glycemic Indexes?
The glycemic index (GI) determines how fast food increases blood sugar levels, using a scale from 0 to 100. High GI foods quickly break down and absorb, leading to a rapid blood sugar surge. Low GI foods are digested and absorbed more slowly, resulting in a gradual rise in blood sugar levels. Foods are then classified as low GI (1 to 55), medium GI (56 to 69), or high GI (70 and higher). Foods high in fiber, protein, [...]
Soy Milk vs Almond Milk: Which is Better?
Soy milk and almond milk are two of the most popular plant-based milk alternatives, but is one better than the other? As someone who has tried both and can't resist a good latte, I'm excited to share my thoughts and insights on these creamy beverages. But they're not just for drinking – there are so many ways to use these two kinds of milk. So, let's get to comparing! Comparing soy milk vs almond milk Soy [...]
