Carbquik Baking Flour

[lulu1125]

Re: Question for Chefgreg On the new, lower net carb count for carbquik, is that true for the currently available 3 lb boxes or for future releases of the product? (If you know.)

Was the yes for the currently available product? Sorry but I was not sure. Thanks.

[SCOTTSDALEJULIE]

O.K. Tova Rep, Let's hear the new changes. Thanks

[Annie64]

I have waited and waited for either of the two Krogers here to get Carbquik and even though they said they were getting it, they STILL don't have it a month later! And these Krogers have a LOT of lc stuff!

I finally just ordered it from this site - can't wait to get it and try some of the recipes!

[parrotchic]

Chefgreg, I made your yellow cake recipe today and frosted it with the Atkins Choc. Butter Cream Frosting, all I can say is yummy, yummy . I felt like I was cheating and eating real cake. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

[parrotchic]

I forgot to add that I added 1 teaspoon of Princess Cake and Cookie Bakery Flavoring, I may use 2tsps. next time for a stronger flavor.

[Dianna]

Parrotchic, how many carbs are in a piece of this cake with the frosting? I'm don't know how many carbs are in the cake alone either, but the frosting sounds really good. I've never heard of it. It sounds wonderful.

Dianna

[MORE2GO]

I just want to thank Chefgreg, the TovaRep for their support to this board I think you guys are awesome to help/support us all the way you do.
Also thanks to Chefgreg and all of you that are coming up with these great recipes. I am not very creative when it comes to cooking, you all are lifesavers for me and this woe!!
I LOVE THIS STUFF!!!!!

[parrotchic]

Dianna, I'm not sure about the carbs in the cake, but here is the run down on the frosting. I got this recipe from the atkins site a year ago and have used it a lot.

Chocolate Buttercream

Ingredients

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 stick ( 8 tablespoons ) unsalted butter, softened
6 packets sugar substitute
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon chocolate extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, gradually whisk cream into melted chocolate. I warm my cream before adding it to the chocolate.
2. With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat in butter, sugar sub., cocoa powder, and chocolate and vanilla extracts. Beat until smooth and fluffy.

Nutrition Per Serving

Serving: 8
Carbohydrates: 3.5 grams
Net Carbs: 2 grams
Fiber: 1.5 grams
protein:1 gram
Fat: 1 gram
Calories: 178

[parrotchic]

I just wanted to let you all know that Chefgregs yellow cake is even better the next day. Very moist and a more cakey texture.

[LCRedhead]

I have a nice large pot of beef stew simmering in the crockpot. I'm thinking of using CQ as a thickener to make it more of a gravy. Can anyone tell me how I should do it?

[Tater Head]

Originally posted by LCRedhead
I have a nice large pot of beef stew simmering in the crockpot. I'm thinking of using CQ as a thickener to make it more of a gravy. Can anyone tell me how I should do it?

you want to mix it with a little water first otherwise you'll get lumps.

[Chefgreg]

Originally posted by LCRedhead
I have a nice large pot of beef stew simmering in the crockpot. I'm thinking of using CQ as a thickener to make it more of a gravy. Can anyone tell me how I should do it?

Make a roux, 50/50 fat and carbquik cooked and added to the simmering stew.

[Aediekins]

Hey! Yellow cake with choc frosting is my FAVORITE!!! Please direct me to the recipe!!! And where did you find Atkins chocolate frosting? Is it a recipe or is it pre-packaged? I'm dying to find out! I want to make it today.

[Aediekins]

Okay, I went back and found the cake recipe. I must have missed it the first time (Something is wrong with my browser.) Anyhow, Parrotchic, I was wondering what the cake and cookie flavoring is? And where do you get it?

[Dianna]

Parrotchic, Thanks for the recipe. I thought it sounded like a can of frosting you bought. This is better. Cheaper! I appreciate you posting it for me.
Thanks,

Dianna

[parrotchic]

Aediekins, The Princess Cake & Cookie Bakery Flavoring can be used in a recipe calling for almond or vanilla flavor. It's the flavor that you get when eating a cake, cookies or donuts from the bakery. You can use it in custard, cake, or cookie dough. I also use Fiori Di Sicilia flavoring which is citrusy, wonderful flavor. I purchased these at King Arthur Flour, do a search and you'll find it. I get most of my flavorings from them, including cocoa butter bars to make my own white choc. Another good place is LorAnn Oils on the net, they carry every type of flavoring you can think of. I hope that helps.

[Brendajm]

Just wondering what kind of shortening did you use for the yellow cake mix?? I am trying to stay away from trans fats, thanks
and this cake sounds great

[sunset]

Crisco makes a trans fat free shortening now.

[lgpars]

Originally posted by parrotchic
The Princess Cake & Cookie Bakery Flavoring can be used in a recipe calling for almond or vanilla flavor. It's the flavor that you get when eating a cake, cookies or donuts from the bakery. You can use it in custard, cake, or cookie dough. I also use Fiori Di Sicilia flavoring which is citrusy, wonderful flavor. I purchased these at King Arthur Flour, do a search and you'll find it.

Parrotchic, I just ordered some of the Princess Cake & Cookie flavoring and the Fiori Di Sicilia flavoring. Can you tell me...do you use these in place of using vanilla or other flavorings or along with the other flavorings?

[parrotchic]

lgpars, yes you use the PC&CF and the FDS flavoring in place of your vanilla ect. Some times if I want a richer flavor I'll add the vanilla, almond extract. You will have to experiment to see how much or how little you want to use, and If you want the extra vanilla. Both the flavorings you ordered are strong so a little goes a long way.

[lgpars]

Someone was wanting this recipe revamped to low-carb. Do you think you could do it with Carbquik? Thanks!

Orange Cookies

2 cups sugar
½ cup crisco
1 tablespoon butter
2 each eggs
½ teaspoon orange extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 cup milk, soured
½ cup orange juice
4 cups flour
orange rind, from 1 orange
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Cream together the sugar, Crisco, and butter.
Add the eggs, orange extract, and almond extract.
Mix in alternately the milk*, orange juice, orange rind, and flour.
Add baking powder and salt. The dough will be the texture of heavy cake batter.
Chill the dough well!
Drop on cool greased cookie sheets.
Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes.

[Chefgreg]

Originally posted by lgpars
Someone was wanting this recipe revamped to low-carb. Do you think you could do it with Carbquik? Thanks!

Orange Cookies

2 cups sugar
½ cup crisco
1 tablespoon butter
2 each eggs
½ teaspoon orange extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 cup milk, soured
½ cup orange juice
4 cups flour
orange rind, from 1 orange
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

Cream together the sugar, Crisco, and butter.
Add the eggs, orange extract, and almond extract.
Mix in alternately the milk*, orange juice, orange rind, and flour.
Add baking powder and salt. The dough will be the texture of heavy cake batter.
Chill the dough well!
Drop on cool greased cookie sheets.
Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes.

I sure will, it will be a couple of days, I like to always make it a few times first....

[lynnp]

You are a great asset to this board. Thanks for ALL you do for us!

[4beanz]

Was it decided that there are 12 net carbs per cup of CarbQuick? If so, I'm wondering how some of the carb counts for some of the recipes in this thread are compiled? For the blueberry muffins.. it calls for 2 cups of mix (24 net) with the addition of banana, blueberries, and granular splenda.. yet it says the recipe makes 6 muffins with 4 net carbs each? How is this possible? The CarbQuick alone would give them 4 net.. I'm confused.

[VAmomof2]

yes - the official word is there are 4 net carbs per 1/3 cup or 12 per cup. I would check every recipe before you make it if you are watching closely - I track calories as much as carbs so I check everything.

[4beanz]

Thank you for your response. I'll re-enter the one's I'm interested in into ****** to be sure.

[lgpars]

Thanks, Chefgreg. Can't wait to get the recipe. It sounds good.

[theredhead]

Did anyone ever post the corrected carb count for the Carbquik Pound Cake? I missed it if they did. I made it and it was very tasty, if a touch salty. I will leave out all salt next time and bake it a little shorter time because I overdid it a bit.

This is my first post here, but I've been really enjoying this thread!
This is a terrific and informative forum. I'll be here frequently.
Laurie

[helper]

A carbquick question about weight
In the newsletter ad for CQ, it shows that on the 1 lb. quantity, 1 biscuit = 20g dry mix

On the 3 lb. quantity, 1 biscuit = 17g dry mix

Am I missing something here?

If that is right, then what does 1 cup of the 3 lb. size weigh. Is this a denser product that the original?
Would appreciate knowing as I use this by weight not quantity.
Thanks, helper


I had this posted on another thread, so if this has been discussed here, please direct me.

[TovaRep]

Originally posted by helper
A carbquick question about weight
In the newsletter ad for CQ, it shows that on the 1 lb. quantity, 1 biscuit = 20g dry mix

On the 3 lb. quantity, 1 biscuit = 17g dry mix

Am I missing something here?

If that is right, then what does 1 cup of the 3 lb. size weigh. Is this a denser product that the original?
Would appreciate knowing as I use this by weight not quantity.
Thanks, helper


I had this posted on another thread, so if this has been discussed here, please direct me.

The correct weight is 17g. If you remember, the original box had more water in the drop biscuit recipe, which changed the weight of product in one biscuit. The 17g number is correct for both boxes, provided you use the corrected recipe (which can be found on our website, in the recipe rooms, and on the 3lb box).