With 22 grams of protein and lots of vitamins and minerals, this alternative ingredient packs a healthy punch in even the most decadent desserts.

To make your own chickpea flour, a food processor like this Cuisinart Mini-Prep one is essential, though a blender can work ...

2. Coconut flour. Coconut flour is made from coconut pulp that has been dried and ground and is another gluten-free, low-carb option. It’s a good source of fiber which helps you stay full and ...

The bread that was 30% cellular chickpea flour reduced blood glucose levels by as much as 40% compared to the regular white wheat flour bread.

Chickpea flour is gluten-free, so it won't rise or form a light, spongy crumb like bread made with wheat flour, but it is suitable for pikelets, pancakes and muffins or to thicken a stew or gravy.