We’re pretty nuts about nuts here at Lakanto, if you’ll forgive the terrible pun. Nuts are an excellent source of dietary protein and healthy fats, two macronutrients vital to the whole living thing.
They’re also packed with fibre and important nutrients like fatty acids and omega 3s that can help lower your cholesterol, protect your heart, boost immunity and help the body it its metabolic, healing and regenerative processes.
Yep, there’s not much these little pocket pals can’t do! If you’re keen to get a little more nutty, here are some of our favourite nut recipes to try.
Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
https://blog.lakanto.com.au/recipes/pistachio-shortbread-cookies
Why we love pistachios: the come packed with vitamin B6 and thiamine to keep the brain and immune system in tip top shape.
Why we love this recipe: It’s easy, responsibly sweet AND vegan. Yum.
Almond and Rose Petal Brownies
https://blog.lakanto.com.au/recipes/almond-and-rose-petal-brownies
Why we love almonds: They’re packed with magnesium, vitamin E and phytosterols (basically a plant-based cholesterol lower-er).
Why we love this recipe: Coming in with 95% less sugar than your traditional brownie, these low carb, high protein versions taste just as decadent and delicious as their sweet cousins. Plus, they’re as pretty as a picture!
Gluten-Free Nut Bars
https://blog.lakanto.com.au/recipes/nut-bars
Why we love Brazil nuts: They’re especially high in selenium, a mineral with powerful antioxidant properties to fight free radicals in the body.
Why we love this recipe: This perfect gluten-free snack leaves you feeling fuller for longer.
Maple Cashew Fudge
https://blog.lakanto.com.au/recipes/maple-cashew-fudge
Why we love cashews: They’re an excellent source of copper, magnesium, and manganese, used in a range of metabolic process to support nervous system and bone health.
Why we love this recipe: It’s fudge! And who doesn’t love fudge?
Walnut Brownies
https://blog.lakanto.com.au/recipes/chocolate-walnut-brownies-99-sugar-free
Why we love walnuts: Walnuts come packed with a range of nutty nutrients that can act as a powerful anti-inflammatory.
Why we love this recipe: Dead easy to make thanks to our Lakanto Chocolate Cake Mix, these smooth fudgy brownies are low carb, high protein and responsibly sweet.
Nut-Free Muesli Bars
https://blog.lakanto.com.au/recipes/raw-nut-free-muesli-bars
Nut allergies in the family or making school snacks? Don’t worry, we have recipes for that too.
Why we love seeds: Much like nuts, seeds are also packed with proteins, healthy fats, dietary fibre and essential minerals.
Why we love this recipe: A homemade muesli bar that can do double duty in lunchboxes for kids and adults. What’s not to love?