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Happy Hemp Protein Loaves

April 13, 2009

This hearty loaf may not be much to look at, but it’s taste is amazing! You may be well acquainted with hemp already, or you may be reading this wondering, what does she mean by hemp… really?… in food?

Yes…Absolutely!

Hemp is actually becoming quite popular these days. It has a nutritional value that is off the charts. Let me tell you why…
Hemp is an extremely nutrient rich whole food. It is also one of the purest sources of raw plant based proteins. As a plant, this means that hemp is also extremely alkaline forming unlike many other proteins that come from meat, fish, eggs or whey which can be acidic to the body overtime. So for athletes and busy/active people, hemp is an amazing form of sustaining and nourishing energy. The protein present in hemp is also complete -containing all 10 essential amino acids which makes it ideal for vegetarians, vegans or anyone seeking an alternative source of protein. Hemp also contains balanced healthy fats – both omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. This makes hemp an excellent natural anti-inflammatory as well as providing the body with healthy oils for skin, hair and nails. If this isn’t enough already… hemp is also easy to digest (because it contains it’s own natural enzymes), contains a high levels of vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, fibre and chlorophyll. So if this isn’t a superfood, I don’t know what is!

There are so many ways that hemp can be consumed – whether it is as a seed (also know as hemp hearts), in a powder, as a flour or mixed in a blend- you can even by “hemp ice cream“. There are many options to choose from for your first go at hemp!

I usually start my day off in the morning with a hemp smoothie. I use Vega’s smoothie infusion, mixed with some organic fruit, rice milk and agave nectar. I sprinkle hemp seeds on salads or use them in baked or raw desserts and I use hemp flour to make delicious baked items like these high protein, low carb, gluten free loaves. They are hearty, filling and delicious. You can eat them in the morning or enjoy them after a good workout.

So if hemp is new to you, it may take some getting used to a gritty texture, nutty flavour and a greenish look. But it is worth it and your body with thank you for it in the end!

Enjoy!!

Hemp Coconut Mini Loaves

1 cup hemp flour (Hempola Brand)

1/2 cup brown rice flour

1/4 tsp sea salt.

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 cup coconut flour or coconut meal

1 teaspoon each baking soda and baking powder

6 tablespoon virgin coconut oil+ 1/4 cup maple syrup + 1 banana

1/2 cup organic apple sauce or pureed apples

1 tablespoon ground flax or chia + 3 tablespoons water

And….
1 cup of wild blueberries

How it’s made!

Preheat oven to 350F.

1. Combine the hemp flour, brown rice flour, coconut flour salt, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon in a small bowl.

2. Add oil, maple syrup, and applesauce  to mashed banana and beat until well mixed.
2. Add chia flax and vanilla and mix well.
3. Add remaining dry ingredients. Mix until just blended and stir in the blueberries.
4. Pour into greased mini loaf pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
5. Allow to cool on baking rack.

Comments

7 Responses to “Happy Hemp Protein Loaves”

  1. J says:
    April 14, 2009 at 2:54 pm

    I passed this recipe along to someone else, but then realized there are no baking instructions!

    Help?? And thanks.

    Reply
  2. Marni Wasserman says:
    April 15, 2009 at 7:37 am

    You are right! Thanks for pointing that out! I apologize – it is posted now!!

    Reply
  3. Hindy says:
    March 7, 2010 at 8:50 am

    I am on a Candida diet do you have any baking recipe that is free from Yeast, Gluten, Sugar (including fruit)

    Reply
  4. Marni Wasserman says:
    August 30, 2012 at 8:31 am

    Recipe updated! Sorry about that, the blueberries were missing! Enjoy :)

    Reply

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