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Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a dessert prepared with orange, protein-free flour, bitter cocoa, sugar, sunflower oil, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, baking powder, dark chocolate

Ingredients
Serves 8

• 1 large orange (zest and juice)
• 200 g low-protein flour (about 7 oz / 1⅔ cups)
• 40 g unsweetened cocoa powder (about 1.4 oz / ⅓ cup)
• 80 g sugar (about 2.8 oz / ⅓–½ cup)
• 100 g sunflower oil (about ½ cup / 3.4 fl oz)
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 packet baking powder (about 16 g / 1 tablespoon)
• 70 g dark chocolate, chopped (about 2.5 oz / ½ cup)

Method

Wash an untreated orange thoroughly and cut it into small pieces, including the peel and the “white” part, removing only any seeds and the part of the peel where the stalk is attached.

Blend until you get a thick puree. If the orange is not very juicy, add a cup of water to the blender.

Whip the eggs with the sugar for at least 5 minutes until they triple in volume

Add the oil and orange puree and work again with the electric mixer for a couple of minutes.

Add the protein-free flour, cocoa, cinnamon, ginger powder and baking powder to the mixture, working again with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.

Add the dark chocolate cut into small pieces and mix.

Transfer the dough into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper or buttered and floured.

Bake the orange bread in a preheated oven at 180 degrees, static mode, for 40 minutes,

Allergens

Orange: possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Cocoa: possible reactivity in case of allergy to spices

Cinnamon: possible reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Chocolate: check for soy and milk

Protein-free flour: gluten-free

Sunflower oil: possible reactions in case of allergy to plants belonging to the Asteraceae family, such as ragweed, chrysanthemum and daisy

Egg: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Ginger: possible reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Oranges: provide flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune and cardiovascular systems: also indicated for nephropathic patients; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Cocoa: powerful antioxidant rich in purine alkaloids (theobromine, caffeine, adenine), tannins, flavonoids, polyphenols, proteins, starches and sugars and B vitamins favorable to basal metabolism and cardio-vascular well-being because it lowers blood pressure and promotes blood flow at the level of the coronary arteries. It contains phenylethylamine capable of decreasing the production of cortisol (stress hormone).

Cinnamon: able to strengthen the immune system

Dark chocolate: (at least 70% cocoa): it supports the functionality of the immune system and in particular stimulates the production of T lymphocytes, which act against infections, as well as being rich in ingredients (serotonin, endorphins and diphenyldantoin) which are antidepressants, support mood and inhibit pain.

Protein-free flour: indicated in case of kidney failure or liver dysfunction. It stimulates the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Sunflower oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Useful for liver function for the supply of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids

Egg: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Rich in Vitamin D that fights mood disorders

Ginger: helps fight the sense of nausea and also has anti-inflammatory properties, facilitates digestion and strengthens the immune 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

Can also be administered in case of:

• Renal impairment
• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Nausea and vomiting

Not to be administered to individuals suffering from:

• Mucositis ( Lesions of the oral cavity)
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)