Source: blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a dessert prepared with flour, kefir, sugar,  corn oil, apple, hyper-sweet yeast, lemon, cinnamon

Ingredients

230 g all-purpose flour (about 1¾ cups)
1 heaping tablespoon cornstarch (1 Tbsp)
150 g kefir (about ⅔ cup / 5.3 oz)
90 g sugar (about ½ cup minus 1 Tbsp)
60 g corn oil (about ¼ cup)
1 apple (1 medium apple)
1 teaspoon baking powder
Juice of half a lemon (about 1 Tbsp)
Cinnamon (to taste)

Method

Sift the flour with the baking powder and the tablespoon of cornstarch.

Pour the kefir and oil into a bowl and add them to the sugar.

Stir to dissolve the sugar.

Add the flour, combined with the baking powder and starch, stirring

Finally, add the lemon juice and stir again to distribute it.

Pour the mixture into a muffin tin

Peel the apple and cut into small pieces.

Insert the apple pieces into the mixture by sinking them flush with the surface.

Sprinkle with ground cinnamon to taste before baking.

Bake in a static oven at 200 degrees for 20 minutes more or less.

Allergens

Cinnamon: possible reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Flour: contains gluten from cereals included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Kefir: milk allergens

Lemon: Lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Apple: individual fruit intolerance or cross-reactivity in case of birch sensitivity

Corn oil: if pure it is not allergenic

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Cinnamon: able to strengthen the immune system

Flour: provides B vitamins (thiamine, niacin, riboflavin and folate), which are important for energy metabolism and the functioning of the nervous system.

Kefir useful for liver function for the supply of probiotics also useful for the immune system. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression.

Lemon: Rich in substances with antioxidant action: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote the regeneration of liver cells, the functionality of the immune system and which act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Apple: provides flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathics; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants.

Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Corn oil: rich in antioxidants such as vitamin E promotes the reduction of cholesterol and blood pressure, the protection of the heart, liver, kidneys and digestive system

Sugar: if consumed in moderation without contraindications (diabetes, obesity,) it is the main source of energy for the body, improves thinking ability, has a positive effect on mood

Safety / Intended use

Also recommended in case of:

• Anorexia and weight loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Constipation

To be administered with caution in case of:

• Mucositis
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia (difficulty chewing and swallowing)
• Diarrhea