Grape flour: what it is, benefits and how to make it at home

Grape flour is made from grape seeds and skin, bringing benefits such as regulating the intestines and preventing heart disease, due to its high fiber and antioxidant content.

This flour is easy to use and can be added to sweet or savory dishes. Furthermore, it is simple to prepare at home, making it an economical way to add benefits to different foods. Its main health benefits are:

1. Prevent heart diseaseas it is rich in antioxidants such as resveratrol;
2. Improve bowel functionas it contains fiber;
3. Improve circulationas it reduces inflammation and the formation of atherosclerosis in blood vessels;
4. Reduce cholesterolas it contains flavonoids, which are powerful antioxidants;
5. Reduce joint paindue to its high antioxidant content;
6. Fight premature agingas antioxidants maintain the health of skin cells;
7. Prevent varicose veinsby activating blood circulation;
8. Help control blood sugaras it is rich in fiber.

Grape flour can also be found in the form of capsules, and its benefits are obtained from consuming 1 to 2 tablespoons of this flour per day. See how to make grape juice to prevent a heart attack.

Nutritional information

The following table provides nutritional information for 2 tablespoons of grape flour:

Grape flour can be added to smoothies, fruit salads, cakes and juices, as shown in the following recipes.

How to make grape flour at home

To make flour at home, you must remove the skins and seeds from the grapes, wash them well and spread them on a tray so that they are not on top of each other, to facilitate drying. Then, the pan must be placed in a low oven for around 40 minutes or until the skins and seeds are very dry.

Finally, you must blend the dry seeds and peels in a blender until you obtain flour, which must be stored in a closed container, preferably in the refrigerator to increase its durability. It is recommended that homemade flour be consumed between 2 and 3 weeks after it is manufactured.

Grape flour cupcake recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of whole wheat flour;
• 1 cup of rolled oats;
• 1 cup of grape flour;
• 1/2 cup brown sugar;
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder;
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda;
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt;
• 1 cup of milk;
• 1/2 cup chopped apple;
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil;
• 2 eggs;
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence.

Preparation mode:

In a large container, mix the flour, oats, sugar, yeast, bicarbonate and salt. In another container, mix the milk, chopped apple, coconut oil, eggs and vanilla. Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until uniform. Place the dough in greased small molds and place in a preheated oven at 180ºC for around 15 minutes or until the toothpick test indicates that the cupcake is cooked.

Grape Flour Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons of coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil;
• 2 eggs;
• ½ cup of brown or coconut sugar;
• 1 cup of grape flour tea;
• 1 cup of whole wheat flour;
• ½ cup of raisin tea;
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder.

Preparation mode:

Beat the coconut oil, sugar and eggs. Add the flour and raisins, mixing well. Add the yeast and stir again. In a large greased pan, place the dough into round cookies. Bake in a preheated oven at 180º C for about 15 minutes or until golden.

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