http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ Gluten Free Forums for Elana's Pantry en Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:41:03 +0000 http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/xylitol-2#post-3041 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 22:03:13 +0000 KristinesKids 3041@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>Hi<br /> I want to know how to use Xylitol in a recipe when the recipe asks for Agave Nectar or honey, maple syrup.<br /> Reason being is I am allergic to honey and Agave makes me itch, which I am thinking I am having a reaction to it too. I tried the Yacon syrup which gave me the itching reaction too.<br /> Thanks<br /> KristinesKids </p> http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/agave-substitute#post-2150 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:47:30 +0000 mommabear 2150@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>I can't use Agave, what would be a good alternative? </p> http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/xylitol-1#post-1784 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 11:36:56 +0000 cweaver3 1784@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>I am wanting to know what is the current recommendations regarding the use of xylitol in cooking? Is it a legitimate alternative to cane sugar, stevia and agave as a sweetener? </p> http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/yeast-free-diet-help-with-substitutes#post-562 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 08:47:16 +0000 bonnie0128 562@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>Hello! I recently purchased Elana's cookbook and while it is wonderful, I have to make a lot of substitutions because I have to follow a yeast free diet (no agave, no yacon, no fruit, no sweetened chocolate (even the 73%) and I think no arrowroot powder (planning to double check at my appt monday)). I ordered the book online and was a little disappointed to find so many recipes that include fruit and chocolate - but that is my issue and no fault of Elana; however, I am pressing on and can't wait to try the other recipes!</p> <p>Has anyone had success with substitutions?</p> <p>Arrowroot powder - would coconut flour, soy flour, oat flour, protein powder or vital wheat gluten work? (I cannot have other flours or starches)</p> <p>Yacon - any ideas?</p> <p>Agave - I have used SF Davinci syrup plus erythritol/stevia with some success. I have also used water plus erythritiol/stevia with some success. The only sweeteners I'm allowed are stevia, erythritol, xylitol, and sucralose/Splenda (but not the granular splenda since it contains dextrose). Any suggestions?</p> <p>Chocolate - I can use cocoa powder (thank goodness) but not the 73% cocoa. Has anyone used unsweetened baking chocolate and added a little extra sweetener? Or another idea?</p> <p>Thanks for any ideas you have to offer! </p> http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/substitute-stevia-for-agave-nectar#post-52 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 22:29:01 +0000 rachel 52@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>I'm not celiac but do have a sensitivity to gluten, sugar, soy and dairy. I've all but cut sugar out of my diet which has been a huge change for me. I'd do almost anything for a cookie! Stevia is my only "legal" sweetener but most of the recipes I can find that use it contain some of my "illegals". I found this fabulous blog last night (and ended up staying up until all hours reading it) and have sleepily spent the day dreaming of yummy Elana-food. Do you have any advice for substituting stevia for agave nectar? Is it even possible or does it end up kind of yicky? I'm a novice cook and baker and am overwhelmed by the variety of stevia options and how to use them. I would love any advice. </p> http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/maltitol-or-xylitol#post-209 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 08:01:40 +0000 mandy 209@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>Sugar is more of a problem for me than gluten, so I'm wondering, does anyone know how healthy maltitol and xylitol are and if they would be a good substitution for sugar or agave nectar, particularly for people with candida?<br /> Has anyone had success using one or the other in everyday baking? </p> http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/stevia-and-more-liquids-in-place-of-agave-for-diabetics#post-1143 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:23:50 +0000 doodlebug1 1143@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>I'd like to use almond flour recipes for my diabetic husband, but am concerned about the agave, which I have tried on him and it certain sent his blood sugar up. Honey wouldn't be a great idea either. So, can I use stevia plus more liquids and if so, how to find compatible amounts?</p> <p>For example, if the recipe calls for 1/2 cup agave nectar, what would the equivalent be for liquid and regular stevia?</p> <p>Thanks for any help. </p> http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/topic/xylitol#post-190 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:46:31 +0000 frmpjr 190@http://www.elanaspantry.com/forums/ <p>Hello,<br /> Has anyone used xylitol successfully in any of Elana's recipes? I have 2 children that cannot tolerate anything sweet, so we use xylitol in our own recipes, but everything comes out dry and crumbly. </p>