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Many people assume that the cake is a secondary product of low quality, and this is not surprising, because the beneficial properties of the product that has been processed and passed through a press are rather doubtful. In fact, after processing, all the beneficial properties of pine nut cake are preserved, only the calorie value decreases.
Why is pine nut cake useful?
Pine nut cake is beneficial for the body, it is tasty, quite nutritious, environmentally friendly, as a result of which there are practically no contraindications to use.
The benefits of moderate consumption of the product are as follows:
- the immune system is strengthened;
- liver cells are restored;
- the normal functioning of the kidneys is supported;
- the risk of developing atherosclerosis, hypertension decreases;
- the condition of the thyroid gland improves;
- the digestion process is normalized in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
- the inflammatory process in the lymph nodes decreases;
- the hormonal background in women is restored;
- during pregnancy helps to improve lactation;
- has an anti-inflammatory and wound healing effect.
When crushed, it is beneficial for the child's body.
Pine nut cake recipes
Processed pine nuts are ideal for preparing a variety of dishes. Some people use cedar flour for cooking, many housewives grind the cake and add it to the finished dish. This product will envelop any baked goods, desserts, ice cream, curd products with a unique aroma.
Ideally combined with soups, side dishes, salads, sauces and cereals. If you grind in a blender with fresh fruit and any cereal in cereal, you can get a cocktail that can replace a hearty breakfast.
Cedar milk
To obtain cedar milk, you need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 g) oil cake
- 2 liters of water.
The cooking process is as follows:
- Soak the cake in cold water overnight. Until the morning, it will take in the required amount of water, after which it will resemble a whole nut.
- In the morning, all the ingredients are immersed in a blender and beat for 3 minutes until milk is obtained.
A small amount of honey and fresh fruit can be added as needed for a delicious and quite nutritious shake.
Cedar flour
Since it is not recommended to consume pine nuts in large quantities, alternative solutions have been invented that are as rich in beneficial properties as nuts:
- cedar flour;
- cake;
- milk.
The cake is the remnants of pine nuts, from which oil has already been squeezed out. At the same time, the taste and useful properties are preserved, only much less fat remains.
Flour is obtained from ground material. If we compare other types of flour, it should be noted that the level of calories in the cedar product is 2 times lower. If necessary, flour can be added to baked goods, smoothies, cocktails.Cedar flour can be purchased at most grocery stores, but if the need arises, you can make it yourself at home.
Cedar sweets
This recipe is great for sweet lovers who prefer healthy foods instead of granulated sugar and synthetic sweet treats from the store. The recipe for homemade sweets is pretty simple and doesn't take long.
For cooking you will need:
- cake of pine nuts - 300 g;
- sesame seeds - 4 tbsp. l;
- dates - 200 g.
The cooking algorithm is as follows:
- The cake obtained from pine nuts and sesame seeds must be fried separately in a pan without adding sunflower oil until golden brown.
- The cake and dates are crushed using a blender and mixed until smooth.
- After that, small balls are formed from the resulting mixture.
- Dips in roasted sesame seeds.
The recipe is simple, it does not take much effort and time to prepare it, while the taste of such sweets will be really fabulous.
Peanut sauce
Many housewives love pineapple sauces because of their deliciously spicy flavor. For cooking you will need:
- cake - 125 g;
- saffron - 2.5 g;
- salt - 5 g;
- granulated garlic - 5 g;
- ground red pepper to taste.
Preparation:
- All the ingredients are added to the crushed cake.
- Mix thoroughly.
- Add 250 ml of water.
- Beat until smooth.
This sauce is great with meat or as a dressing for vegetable salads.
Pancakes
To make homemade pancakes, you need the following ingredients:
- oat flour - 2 cups;
- milk - 2 glasses;
- vegetable oil - 2 tbsp. l;
- granulated sugar - 2 tbsp. l;
- dry yeast - 2 tbsp. l;
- cake - 1 glass;
- salt to taste.
Cooking process:
- The yeast is soaked in warm milk for 10 minutes.
- Salt, sugar, oat flour are added.
- Knead the dough.
- The cake is crushed.
- Add to pancake dough.
- Leave the resulting mixture for 20 minutes at room temperature.
The dough should have a consistency like liquid sour cream, if the dough is thick, you can add more milk and stir.
Caloric content of pine nut cake
The composition of the cake is identical to the composition of whole nuts. In dry mass, the content of fat and sucrose is much lower, so the product can be classified as dietary.
The composition of cedar oil cake includes:
- amino acids (about 19 names);
- omega acids;
- glucose;
- fructose;
- iodine;
- iron;
- calcium;
- phosphorus;
- silicon;
- copper;
- vitamins of groups: A, B1, B2, B3, C, E, PP;
- cellulose;
- starch.
It is important to consider that the cedar product contains a large amount of iodine. Caloric content for every 100 g is 430 kcal.
The use of cedar nut cake in cosmetology
The product has found wide application in cosmetology, it is used in face and body skin care. The natural component perfectly cleanses the skin, reduces the separation of sebum, and prevents the appearance of purulent inflammation.
To moisturize the skin, use cedar milk or cream. Masks can hide fatigue, lack of sleep, make the skin more elastic and taut. In winter, you can use a face mask based on oil cake, oatmeal, warm milk and honey.
Contraindications
Despite a number of useful properties, pine nut cake also has contraindications for use. In moderation, this product can be consumed by all people. The exceptions are persons who have an individual intolerance to some of the components that make up the cake.
It is important to keep in mind that processed pine nuts contain a small amount of gluten, the use of which in moderation is not prohibited even for allergy sufferers.
Terms and conditions of storage
After the pine nut has been stripped of its protective shell, the oxidation process begins. The cake is sent for sale in vacuum packages. In this state, the product can be stored for 12 months. After the package has been damaged or opened, the shelf life is reduced to 6 months. It is important to keep in mind that the product must be kept in the refrigerator at all times. If the content is incorrect, a bitter taste appears.
In 6 months after opening the sealed package, the beneficial properties will be lost and carcinogens harmful to human health will begin to form.
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Conclusion
The beneficial properties of pine nut cake are undeniable. This product can be used not only in cooking, but also in home cosmetology. Due to its properties, cake is able to bring tremendous health benefits, as a result of which it can be consumed in moderation even by allergy sufferers.
