OTHER KETO-FRIENDLY INGREDIENTS
● Unsweetened Cocoa Powder is a must-have for any pantry, as it’s a great way to get that delicious chocolate-like taste without all the sugar and calories.
● Cinnamon is an underrated seasoning. When fresh, cinnamon has been shown to support gut health, lower blood pressure, and much more.
● Vanilla extract is such an important part of baking! If you want to up your baking game, it’s important to buy real vanilla extract (never imitation). Be sure to check the ingredient list on the back of the bottle to make sure you’re getting the real deal and not anything packed with artificial sugars. Look for “organic vanilla extract” or something similar.
● Collagen Peptides have a lot of great benefits. These are especially prevalent when taken in the morning, potentially in coffee or a smoothie. It’s also a sweet (pun intended) addition to keto baking recipes. Plus, collagen can have various flavors which will give your dish a little extra sweetness!
● Real heavy cream powder is one of the main ingredients in a lot of popular recipes. It’s great because you don’t have to refrigerate it or worry about a short shelf-life like you do with regular cream.
● Pork Rinds have always been popular in low-carb diets, but some people forget that they act as a great substitute in a lot of recipes. You can grab unflavored or lightly salted pork rinds and crush them up for cheesecake crusts or use them as a filler for your cereal.
● An important part of a keto diet is removing any inflammatory foods and oils, which is why Avocado or Flaxseed Oil are the best oils to consume. Studies have shown that other oils, like corn and soybean, are high in Omega-6, which can cause chronic inflammation.
● Not surprisingly, baking soda is a must-have when mixing up those tasty desserts! Be sure to use fresh baking soda when baking. Quick Tip: If you’re not getting great results with your food, old baking soda could be to blame so keep an eye on that expiration date!
● Baking Powder (like baking soda) is important so be sure to replace your baking powder regularly for the best results.
● Luckily you don’t have to worry about weird processed ingredients with baking paper like Parchment Paper or Aluminum Foil! These are super important to have on hand. You never know when you’ll have to make a quick batch of brownies!