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Homemade Substitutions

 Discover the ease of making your baking substitutions at home! Ingredients like oat flour, almond flour, chia eggs and flaxseed eggs can be easily created in your kitchen, allowing you to experiment and customize your recipes. Say goodbye to store-bought options and embrace the versatility of homemade alternatives!

Oat Flour is a simple and versatile homemade ingredient you can whip up in your kitchen. You need either a high-speed blender or food processor and some regular or quick oats, and you can create oat flour in just a few minutes. It's perfect for, cooking, or adding to smoothies for a nutritious boost. Enjoy the convenience of making your own flour anytime!

How to make your own Oat Flour: 
-Add your oats to your blender or food processor. I usually start with 1 to 2 cups at a time.
-Blend for 15-30 seconds, scraping down the sides as you go.
-Stop when you have a fine, powdery flour!
-Store your oat flour in an airtight container in the pantry for up to 3 months, or in the fridge or freezer.

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Almond Flour is a simple ingredient you can whip up at home. Just like Oat Flour, all you need is a raw unsalted almonds, high-speed blender or a food processor. In just a few minutes, you’ll have fresh homemade Almond Flour ready to use in your favorite recipes!

How to make your own Almond Flour: 
-Using a high-powered blender or food processor, blend the almonds for roughly 1-2 minutes until fine and powdery. *Avoid over blending or the nuts will start to release their oils and you will end up with nut butter.

-Sieve the almonds to remove any lumps of nuts. You an add the leftover bits and use them in smoothies or as snacks.
-Store in an airtight container for about 8 weeks. Keep in the fridge for long lasting results.

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Flax Eggs are a simple and nutritious alternative to traditional eggs. By using flax meal or grinding whole flaxseeds in a coffee grinder, you can create a versatile ingredient for various recipes. Whether you're baking or cooking, flax eggs provide a healthy option that enhances your dishes. Embrace the benefits of this easy-to-make substitute!

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How to make Chia Eggs: 
-For one egg, mix 1 tablespoon of ground chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water. Once combined, you'll observe how quickly they form an egg-like consistency. For a smoother texture, grind the chia eggs in a coffee grinder.

Chia Eggs serve as an excellent egg substitute in a variety recipes. They are tasteless and mimic the binding properties of eggs, making them a fantastic alternative for those following a plant-based diet. 

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How to make Flax Eggs:
- For each egg in a recipe, soak 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed in 3 tablespoons of water, hot or cold. Let it thicken for about five to ten minutes. Use right away. 

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