I have enjoyed using essential oils medicinally now for a while. I have just recently discovered how wonderful they can be in food. How exciting to have all the "fresh from the garden" taste of herbs at my fingertips...anytime...without a mad-dash to the store.
My adventure begins when I decided to substitute lemon in some lemon and blueberry muffins!
I gathered all my ingredients for my whole-wheat lemon and blueberry muffins (Find the Recipe Here.) Yes, I realize the recipe is for raspberries...but I really wanted blueberries.
Next I needed to decide how many drops of lemon essential oil to substitute for the lemon zest in the recipe.
After a quick internet search I was able to find a good go-to guide for substitutes!
A good rule of thumb is: guide found here
1 tablespoon citrus zest = 8 to 14 drops of essential oil 1 tablespoon dried spice or herb = ½ – 1 drop of essential oil ½ – 1 teaspoon dried spice or herb = 1 toothpick dip* *Dip a toothpick in the center of the dripper cap and then swirl the toothpick in your recipe or beverage. guide found here
The muffins were delightful! Each muffin was packed full of incredible lemony goodness! I wish I had a picture to share of the finished product...but all I have is an empty muffin tin ;)
If your inspired to dive into cooking with essential oils....this video is a must! I believe it is about 45 minutes....but it will get you cooking with your oils!
If you want to share some of your recipes...I would be love to hear what you have created!
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