Flour, butter, sugar, eggs—sounds like a typical recipe for most baked goods…and a total disaster for those who are allergic to any of those common ingredients!

With heighted awareness about medical conditions like Celiac disease and the environmental impact of consuming animal products, many people are seeking a viable alternative, causing an explosion of goods that are Gluten-free and/or vegan. While most of them are considered safe, they lack a key component: taste! (Anyone who’s ever eaten a dry, crumbly, bland Passover cake made from almond meal knows what I’m talking about.)

An innovative Kosher company in California has created a solution. Karma Baker believes that food should taste good, be good for you and for the planet—what they call “Enlightened Baking™.”   

What you won’t find in Karma Baker:

• Animal Products (gelatin, lard, butter, etc.)
• Gluten
• Wheat
• Dairy 
• Eggs
• Hydrogenated Oils 
• Cholesterol
• High Fructose Corn Syrup
• GMOs
• Artificial Flavors & Colors
• Preservatives

After looking at that lengthy list, you may be wondering what that leaves to actually bake with (I certainly was)! After considerable experimenting, they developed a unique, proprietary blend of flour that produces the lightest and fluffiest baked goods imaginable. It includes sorghum, white and brown rice, tapioca, and potato starch.

On the back of the bag, a recipe for Pumpkin Crumb Muffins is featured. Following the directions exactly, I made some in my own kitchen. I’ll admit that I was somewhat skeptical beforehand, but the result was truly unlike anything I’ve ever eaten before. They looked/smelled like regular muffins, with a delicious texture and flavor. It’s not simply a substitute product, but something I’d actually make and eat by choice.

In addition to their famous flour, Karma Baker prepares and sells baked goods in their own store. They generously shipped me some goodies to sample.

Cookies:

Available in chocolate chip, classic oatmeal, and old-fashioned snickerdoodle, it’s impossible to say which flavor was my favorite. Large in size, filling, and will definitely satisfy a sweet tooth.

Brownies:

Dense, fudgy, and moist. The right amount of cocoa for an intense chocolate taste. I have always preferred brownies with nuts, so I loved the walnut version. Plain (nut-free) and peanut butter are also available.

With treats this amazing, we no longer have to choose between taste and health. Karma Baker provides both in ample quantities.

Eager to try some? One winner will receive a 2-lb bag of their fantastic flour!

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