Member Comments for the Article:Light Baking Done Right14 Clever Ideas for Healthier Baked Goods55 Comments
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3/12/2009 12:10:41 PM
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this came in handy i am going to make some baked goodies for my sons bakesale.. and i will make some for us at home to have that will not be so bad for us.. thanks a lot i have home made apple sauce to use also |
2/20/2009 1:58:33 PM
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I've used applesauce in my muffins and brownies for years, instead of the oil, and have been very pleased. I will try some of these ideas, too! |
2/20/2009 1:29:10 PM
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Another tip is using egg beaters or a similar egg substitute for the eggs in a recipe. It cuts down on fat and calories, but tastes the same. I'm making brownies this weekend, and I'll be sneaking those in for the eggs and bananas for half of the butter. I should try the yogurt idea, though! I have lots of plain, vanilla, and Greek style yogurt right now. |
1/29/2009 9:12:02 PM
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This one is really GREAT ! THANKS, I have copied it, and am sharing it with others. |
12/27/2008 1:15:41 PM
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I love subbing bananas for some or all of the eggs in brownies. It makes them super moist! |
12/26/2008 9:27:33 AM
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TRISSIEETTA: Experiment with just one substitution at a time. Eliminating or reducing sugar, butter and eggs in the same recipe could yield tough or rubbery baked goods. |
MFWILLIA
12/25/2008 2:40:37 PM
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The best substitute for butter or oil that I have found for baked items is nonfat plain yogurt (preferred is nonfat Greek yogurt for added richness). The texture of muffins or quick breads is even better than when using applesauce or other fruit purees, plus it doesn't add the extra sweetness and sugar. I have had great results. Good luck! |
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TRISSIEETTA
12/24/2008 10:20:32 AM
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Was wondering if you can use the same substitute more than once in a recipe -- using applesauce as a substitute for both butter and eggs or should I use applesauce for the butter and maybe the vinegar & baking soda for the eggs. Or do you have to pick one or the other to substitute. |
12/24/2008 7:40:06 AM
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THESE ARE GREAT SUGGESTIONS. I AM ALWAYS LOOKING TO CUT CALORIES AND NOW I HAVE SOME GREAT IDEAS. THANKS SO MUCH. I AM PRINTING THIS ARTICLE TO SAVE IT IN MY RECIPE DRAWER. |
12/23/2008 11:41:39 PM
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Great article. I've learned so much being a Sparker. |