Lucuma: This fruit can work wonders in your kitchen
What's the story
Move over, sugar: Lucuma is the new vegan sweetener in town.
This South American fruit has a flavor like maple and sweet potato. It's delicious in powder form and can be added to almost anything.
Read on for five unexpected ways to use lucuma in your cooking. Say goodbye to boring old sugar!
Smoothie boost
Transform your smoothies
Just a tablespoon of lucuma powder in your morning smoothie can add a significant amount of sweetness without resorting to refined sugars.
Besides lending a creamy texture, lucuma also contributes a nutrient boost with its beta-carotene, zinc, iron, and vitamin B3 content.
So, it's not just tastier but healthier too!
Baking magic
Bake healthier treats
Replace sugar with lucuma powder in your baking recipes at a one:one ratio to make tasty and healthier treats.
Whether it's cookies, cakes, or breads, lucuma adds depth with its rich caramel-like flavor.
It works especially well in recipes that call for a subtle sweetness and it complements chocolate and vanilla flavors beautifully.
Breakfast twist
Energize your breakfast bowl
Add a sprinkle of lucuma powder to your morning oatmeal or cereal bowl for a delicious and energizing start to the day.
Just two teaspoons are enough to turn your regular breakfast bowl into a super one with its pleasant sweetness and health-boosting properties.
Pair it with fruits like bananas or berries for an even more luxurious flavor experience.
Beverage enhancer
Upgrade your coffee or tea
Adding half a teaspoon of lucuma powder to your coffee or tea provides a natural sweetness without the need for artificial sweeteners or refined sugar.
It blends smoothly, delivering a mild and enjoyable flavor that enhances both hot and cold drinks.
This is ideal for individuals who prefer a hint of sweetness in their beverages without overpowering the original taste.
Dessert innovation
Create decadent desserts
Lucuma is the secret ingredient you've been missing in your frozen desserts like ice cream or sorbet.
Adding it not only provides natural sweetness but also enhances texture, delivering that creamy goodness you crave without any dairy products.
Try blending it with coconut milk for a tropical-flavored treat that will wow your taste buds.