Substituting Chia Seeds with Ground Flaxseed
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You will need:
1tbspGround Flaxseed
Substitution ratio: 1 tbsp Chia Seeds = 1 tbsp Ground Flaxseed
Effects on Your Baking
Flaxseed has a mild, earthy, slightly nutty flavor that is more noticeable than chia's near-neutral taste. In heavily flavored recipes (chocolate, spiced, or fruit-based), the difference is undetectable. In delicate vanilla or lemon recipes, chia's neutrality may be preferred.
Best Uses
Cookies
Muffins
Quick Breads
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Nutrition Facts
For Substitution Ingredients
Serving size
7g
Calories 35
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.0g
5%
Total Carbohydrates 2.0g
1%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g
7%
Total Sugars 0g
0%
Protein 1.5g
3%
Sodium 0mg
0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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