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Recipe: Apple and Walnut slice (gluten free)
A lightly spiced, gluten-free slice made with walnut flour and walnut oil for a rich, nutty flavour. Studded with chunks of apple (or pear), it has a gentle sweetness and a soft, tender crumb. Simple, wholesome, and perfect for an easy, everyday bake. Ingredients: Method:
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Recipe: Fool proof 3-ingredient walnut cake
By Deborah Freudenmann BHSc Naturopathy This is a recipe my Oma made, and one my mum made for us growing up. It’s simple, timeless, and built around letting a good ingredient shine aka your nut of choice. In this version, it’s walnuts. Ground finely, they give the cake its structure, with a soft, tender crumb and a deep, nutty flavour that feels rich without being heavy. I promise, even if
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Recipe: Honey-thyme walnut crackers
Everyone loves a good cheese platter… but instead of reaching for store-bought crackers, these freshly baked ones just take it up a notch. Honestly, they’re so so good! These crackers are made with walnut flour and chopped walnuts, which bring omega-3 fats and polyphenols that support brain and heart health and help keep inflammation under control. Buckwheat balances it nicely while adding fibre and minerals. They are lightly sweetened with
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Recipe: Walnut-crusted chicken salad
By Deborah Freudenmann BHSc Naturopathy You’ve probably had breadcrumb-crusted chicken before… but let me introduce you to my walnut version instead. Finely chopped walnuts mixed with a little walnut flour make the chicken deliciously nutty and crunchy, while still keeping it really juicy. It’s comforting in the way crumbed chicken is but nutritionally, it’s doing so much more. Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fats, plant-based protein, and polyphenols, which support heart and brain
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Recipe: Walnut shortbread
Made with walnut flour, these shortbread biscuits are lower in carbs than most shortbread, gluten free and totally delicious. Ingredients: Method:
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Recipe: Cherry, chocolate and pickled walnut croissant pudding
While they are usually eaten with savoury accompaniments or in savoury dishes, pickled walnuts aren’t inherently savoury and can work beautifully in desserts. In this dish, the gentle tartness and warm spice of the pickled walnuts complement the sweetness of the cherries and the richness of the dark chocolate, all balanced against the buttery croissants
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Recipe: Banana walnut muffins
These muffins are super easy to make and are higher in protein and fibre, and lower in sugar/carbohydrates than most muffins. Ingredients: Method: Makes 12 small muffins or 9 medium-sized muffins. We usually double the recipe and make 18 muffins.
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Muhammara (Walnut and roast capsicum dip)
This Middle-Eastern dip brings out the creaminess of walnuts and the sweetness of the roast pepper. Traditionally served with pita bread, this dip is also great with crackers or crudites as well as on a sandwich. Ingredients: Method:
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The many uses of walnut oil
When it comes to versatile and nutritious oils, walnut oil is a hidden gem that deserves a place in every kitchen. While often overlooked, this exquisite oil not only enhances the flavour of your dishes but also offers a wealth of health benefits. From vibrant salads to roasted vegetables and even cheese boards, walnut oil