Is eating healthy one of your goals for this year? Many people think that adding fruits and vegetables is all you need to do to eat healthily. But there are other things you can do ensure this.
You can start learning recipes that you can add to your repertoire. Most people think that healthy recipes are bland, but there are many delicious recipes that you can learn, including coconut bread. Here are the things you can do in order to make coconut bread.
- Prepare the space where you will bake – The first thing you need to do is to make sure that you have the tools needed for making bread. One of the things that you will need is, of course, an oven. Make sure that you are familiar with the one that you will be using. Read through the manual so that your bread will come out perfectly. You will also need a blender. This is to mix the batter. Although this part of the recipe can be done by hand, if you are a novice, it might be easier to stick to a blender so that you will not get tired. Make sure that the kitchen is very clean before you start baking.
- Look for a recipe that you can follow – Once you have the tools needed, you can look for a recipe you can follow. There are so many recipes you can find on the internet, from very basic ones that any novice can try to more complicated recipes. One great example is this recipe by Leelalicious. Not only does the author give a recipe for a very delicious coconut flour bread, but she gives a lot of information about making bread with coconut flour and even how to store your finished product. There’s also a recipe for a coconut flour bread sandwich you can enjoy.
- Gather all the ingredients that you need – Once you have chosen the recipe that you will make, it’s time to gather your ingredients. The basic recipes require coconut flour, baking powder, salt and of course, eggs. Other additional ingredients include tapioca flour, some type of oil and dairy-free milk. For added flavor, some recipes add honey. Make sure the ingredients you get are fresh and not expired.
You will surely enjoy having coconut bread for your breakfast or even for a midday snack. It’s very delicious and while you can have it on its own, it tastes great with toppings, such as almond butter.
If you are on a diet, you can rest assured that this will not add more calories to your meal. In fact, this recipe is gluten-free. It is also perfect for those who are into the paleo diet.
Once you have mastered the basic recipe, you can add more ingredients to add variety to your recipe. Why not mix it with fruits and make a banana bread version? This will surely be a welcome addition to any meal.
