Tropical Traditions organic coconut flour is fiber from the coconut meat after most of the oil has been extracted to make Virgin Coconut Oil. It is certified organic, unsweetened, and has not been treated with sulfites. Tropical Traditions organic coconut flour is high in dietary fiber and protein, and is gluten-free. It has more fiber than gluten-based grains. Tropical Traditions organic coconut flour can be added to standard wheat-based recipes to add extra fiber, by substituting 10-30% of the grain-based flour with our coconut flour. Some recipes, such as muffins and quick breads, can be accomplished with 100% Tropical Traditions organic coconut flour and therefore be 100% gluten-free! (See some sample recipes below.) Since organic coconut flour contains natural sugar from the coconut meat, baked goods need less sugar added. The organic coconut flour has a mildly sweet coconut taste!
Tropical Traditions organic coconut flour also contains over 19% non-gluten protein! Therefore, it makes an excellent addition to shakes and smoothies where fiber and protein are needed. Or simply dissolve a spoonful in water as a high-fiber drink with a coconut flavor! This organic coconut flour is very versatile and very tasty. Sprinkle it over your favorite dishes to add a wonderful coconut flavor, use it as a thickener in soups and sauces - the possibilities are endless!
Coconut Cream-Cheese Squares
Ingredients:
1 box (8 oz.) organic cream cheese (soften)
1 stick butter
1 cup Tropical Traditions organic coconut flour
1/2 cup organic whole sugar
4 large eggs
2 1/2 tsp. organic vanilla extract
1 Tbsp. Virgin Coconut Oil
Procedure:
Pre- heat oven at 350 degree F. Brush pan with coconut oil.
1. Beat butter and cream cheese in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer. Mix until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Beat well. Add sugar gradually, continue mixing. Add coconut flour and vanilla; beat until well blended.
2. Pour batter into a 11 X 7 inches rectangular pan (pre-greased, see above.)
3. Bake at 350 degree for 30 minutes.
4. Cool the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
5. Slice into squares.