Coconut flour offers a nutritious gluten-free alternative to all-purpose or wheat flour – and there are many other gluten-free flours where that came from. In fact, there are more than 60 types of flours available, each with their own unique characteristics and benefits. Some of them, like coconut flour, you may be very familiar with; others you may have never heard of before. One of those lesser-known flours is teff flour, [...]
How Long Does Coconut Sugar Last After Opening?
I love coconut sugar as a healthier, lower glycemic, natural alternative sweetener to refined sugar. If you're like me, you may be wondering how long it will last after opening. Spoiler alert: it's not forever. Once opened, coconut sugar can last for up to 1 year if stored in an airtight container in a cool and dry place. However, its shelf life can be affected by factors such as moisture and exposure to air, so it's [...]
The Best Way to Store Coconut Sugar
Coconut sugar is a deliciously natural, healthy sugar alternative that has become a staple in many kitchens, but let's face it, no one wants to find their precious coconut sugar has turned into a rock-hard clump. Don't worry, we've got you covered with the best way to store coconut sugar so that it stays fresh and flavorful for as long as possible. Let's get started! What is the best way to store coconut sugar? The [...]
Coconut Sugar vs Coconut Palm Sugar: What’s the Difference?
Coconut sugar and coconut palm sugar are the same thing - it just comes down to what you prefer to call it. Whatever you choose to call it, coconut sugar/coconut palm sugar is a lower glycemic index sugar (more on that soon) that can be used interchangeably with other sugars in cooking, baking, and other uses. How can you use this caramel-tasting sweetener that looks like brown sugar? We’ll answer those questions plus [...]
Coconut Oil, Lime, and Ginger Salad Dressing
There’s just something about the scent of coconut that makes us collectively feel like we should be walking down a beach, listening to conch shells for the hidden sound of the ocean, and then meandering over toward a seaside restaurant with outdoor tables groaning under platters of fresh fruit. And that’s what this dressing evokes for me. Summer. Bare feet in the sand. Sitting down to the perfect plate of colorful [...]
Coconut Cult Yogurt: A Delicious Alternative to Dairy Yogurt
If you're looking for a plant-based yogurt with powerful probiotics, you'll want to check out The Coconut Cult! This delicious yogurt is available in various flavors such as Cookies n' Cream, Orange Dreamsicle, and Pina Colada. As someone who loves creamy yogurt that's full of flavor and good probiotics, I've made my own coconut milk yogurt with a probiotic pill, and have also made cultured coconut with coconut meat and [...]
