Vickys Healthy Ingredient Substitutions!

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   Black beans for flourSwapping out flour for a can of back beans (drained and rinsed, of course) in brownies is a great way to cut out the gluten and fit in an extra dose of protein, Plus, they taste great.

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   When baking, swap out 1 cup flour for 1 cup black bean puree (about a 15oz can).2.

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   Whole wheat flour for white flourIn virtually any baked good, replacing white flour with whole wheat can add a whole new dimension of nutrients, flavor, and texture.

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   Because whole wheat includes the outer shell of the grain, it also provides an extra punch of fiber, which aids in digestion and can even lower the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

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   For every cup of white flour, substitute 7/8 cup of whole-wheat.3.

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   Unsweetened applesauce for sugar.Using applesauce in place of sugar can give the necessary sweetness without the extra calories and, well, sugar.

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   While one cup of unsweetened applesauce contains only about 100 calories, a cup of sugar can pack in more than 770 calories!

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   This swap is perfect

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