| I think everyone would agree that dieting is never | | | | - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt |
| enjoyable. In fact, most people despise the thought of | | | | - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla |
| dieting. However, the allure of walking around with a | | | | - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder |
| body that is both fit and toned makes dieting a | | | | - 20 pecans or walnut halves, chopped |
| necessary evil. | | | | Directions |
| Unfortunately, unless you are blessed with great | | | | |
| genetics, a diet typically means avoiding many of your | | | | 1. In a large bowl, mix eggs, egg white, sweetener, salt, |
| favorite comfort foods. But what if during your next | | | | and vanilla. |
| diet, instead of subjecting yourself to months of | | | | 2. Combine coconut flour with baking powder and |
| monotony, you could incorporate some creative meal | | | | thoroughly mix into batter until smooth. |
| planning? | | | | 3. The flour absorbs a lot of fluids; let batter sit for two |
| One way to stay sane during a diet is to use novel | | | | minutes. |
| ingredients like coconut flour to remake old favorites. | | | | 4. Mash bananas; add to batter. |
| Coconut flour is a carbohydrate that is much higher in | | | | 5. Pour batter into muffin cups. |
| fiber and lower in total carbohydrates than traditional | | | | 6. Bake at 350 degrees F (205 C) for 20-25 minutes |
| flour, making it extremely physique friendly. As a bonus, | | | | or until golden brown. |
| coconut flour is great for anyone who is intolerant or | | | | Makes 6 jumbo muffins. |
| allergic to gluten. | | | | This recipe is high in protein and fiber making it a |
| To help you get start enjoying coconut flour, here is a | | | | perfect snack for any time of the day. |
| simple banana muffin recipe. | | | | Nutrition information (per muffin): |
| Coconut Flour Banana Muffins | | | | - Calories: 170 kcal |
| - 3 eggs | | | | - Fat: 7 g |
| - 1 cup egg white | | | | - Carbohydrates: 18 g (5 g of fiber) |
| - 1/2 cup coconut flour | | | | - Protein: 10 g |
| - 1/4 cup sweetener (optional) | | | | These muffins are so good, you may never go back |
| - 2 ripe bananas (mashed) | | | | to the real thing! |