There isn't anything better than a healthy homemade fruit snack made with natural ingredients! These homemade gummy fruit snacks were made with fresh cranberry juice and orange juice and naturally sweetened with raw honey. Cranberries are in season so I thought I would make a batch of healthy gummy fruit snacks for my kids. The cranberry juice was very tart so I sweetened it with orange juice and raw honey. This combo was [...]
Soybean Oil vs Olive Oil: The Ultimate Verdict
Soybean oil and olive oil are two cooking oils that have become pantry staples, but what sets them apart? Which one should you reach for when you're whipping up a meal? Let's find out! Comparing soybean oil vs olive oil Soybean oilOlive Oil (Extra Virgin)Olive Oil (Light/Pure/Regular)Olive Oil (Virgin oil)Solid or Liquid?LiquidLiquidLiquidLiquidSmoke Point (Fahrenheit)450-475 degrees350 degrees390-470 degrees350 [...]
The 6 Best Cake Flour Substitutes For Any Occasion
When I first purchased cake flour, I thought it was a gimmick. I figured it was relabelled all-purpose at a slightly higher price and would work exactly the same. However, I was wrong! Cake flour is more finely milled and has a lower protein content than all-purpose flour or bread flour, which creates a softer, more delicate texture in the finished cake. But what if you don’t have any cake flour on hand? Don’t worry! Here are [...]
The 5 Best Sunflower Seed Flour Substitutes For Any Occasion
Traveling around Asia and some parts of Europe, it is common to see people on the side of the road with giant, hot pans toasting these black seeds. Sunflower seeds! The smell is amazing, and they make a delicious snack to have with beer. Little did I know that these seeds could also make sunflower seed butter and sunflower seed flour. However, the flour can be hard to come by, so you might need a more readily available [...]
The 7 Best Duck Fat Substitutes for Any Situation
Duck fat is not as widely used as it used to be, probably due to refined oils' rise in popularity and affordability. And it is a shame! Duck fat has a unique flavor that works in synergy with so many delicious dishes, like gravy, french fries or anything potato! However, it can be expensive, hard to come by, and it is animal-based, so there are many reasons you might need a substitute. So, here are the best [...]
The 6 Best Macadamia Oil Substitutes for Any Situation
Macadamia oil is one of my kitchen pantry favorites. I love the nutty flavor profiles and the rich, buttery texture it adds to dishes. But sometimes, I need a substitution for this oil due to its cost (it can be expensive!) or availability. Fortunately, there are several alternatives that can be used as macadamia oil substitutes in any situation! They are: Let’s look at when is the best occasion to use each [...]
