Starting a low carb lifestyle can be a big change, especially when it comes to baking. But with The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking by Carolyn Ketchum, you’ll find that sticking to your low carb goals doesn’t mean you have to give up on delicious baked goods. This book goes beyond just offering recipes—it’s like having a personal baking coach guiding you through the ins and outs of creating mouthwatering low carb treats.
In this review, I’ll share why this guide is a must-have for anyone, whether you’re just dipping your toes into low carb baking or you’ve already mastered a few recipes.
Why I Love This Book
If you’re like me and love the comfort of home-baked goods but are committed to keeping things low carb, this book is a game-changer. Carolyn Ketchum, whose website All Day I Dream About Food has been my go-to since I started my low carb journey years ago, truly outdoes herself here. You’ll find practical tips on everything from ingredient swaps to mastering the perfect keto dough. Plus, there are over 150 recipes!
Let me walk you through some of the highlights of this book:
Ingredient Substitutions
Baking without traditional ingredients like flour and sugar can feel intimidating at first, but Carolyn makes it all so approachable. She breaks down ingredient substitutions in a way that makes you feel confident in the kitchen. Whether you’re swapping out wheat flour for almond or coconut flour, or replacing sugar with erythritol or stevia, her charts and explanations make it easy to understand how these alternatives will affect taste and texture.
Techniques to Master Your Keto Bakes
If you’ve ever struggled with keto baking, you know the technique is everything. Thankfully, this book provides step-by-step instructions to make sure your cakes rise beautifully, your cookies turn out crispy, and your breads stay fluffy. Carolyn even teaches you how to whip up a stable meringue using sugar alternatives! It’s a complete guide that ensures your baked goods come out just right every time.
Recipes for All Skill Levels
Whether you’re a baking newbie or a seasoned pro, there’s something for everyone in this guide. Carolyn does an amazing job of simplifying low carb baking for beginners, while also offering more advanced recipes and techniques for those who want to challenge themselves. There’s a wide range of recipes, from everyday breads to celebration-worthy cakes, so you’ll always have something new to try.
Resource Guide and Indexes
What I love most about this book is the wealth of resources it provides. Along with the features mentioned earlier, the back of the book includes a helpful resource guide, which lists where to buy specialty ingredients, an allergen index covering coconut, dairy, eggs, and nuts, plus an index by recipe type (with photos!) as well as a traditional text index.
Final Thoughts
Oh, and did I mention there are over 150 recipes? You’ll find everything from cakes, cookies, brownies & bars, to muffins, breads, pies, and more! There are even recipes for buttercream frosting, keto sweetened condensed milk, and pastry cream. Everything I’ve tried has turned out absolutely fabulous!
If you’re serious about low carb or keto baking, The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking is a must-have. Carolyn Ketchum has created a resource that not only provides delicious recipes but also teaches the techniques needed to make low carb baking a breeze. Her guidance ensures you can keep enjoying your favorite baked goods while staying on track with your low carb lifestyle.
This book has become one of my go-to tools in the kitchen, and I can’t recommend it enough!