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  LUCUMA

  It is a native fruit of the Andean valleys, with a certain resemblance between mango and avocado. It is sometimes used for cooking because it provides a great sweet fruity flavor that I personally love, it adds texture and creaminess. Although it tastes sweet, it has a low glycemic index and it is very low on sugars. Among its many benefits, it helps to slow down skin aging and joint inflammation, helps muscle recovery, and balances blood sugar levels.

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  MACA

  It is a tuber that has been cultivated for centuries in the Andean mountains and is known by the name of Peruvian Ginseng since its properties increase physical and mental resistance. Some studies show that it is beneficial for migraines, fertility and libido. I use the Maca powder to add creaminess to cakes.

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  GREEN SPIRULINA

  It is an ancient dark green algae that grows in warm waters with high sun exposure. Studies show that genetically there are two types of spirulina: the one from Chad in Africa and the one from Mexico in Central America. It is said that the Aztecs already consumed this algae in cakes that they dried in the sun, since it gave them a lot of energy.

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  TURMERIC

  It is an original root from India that, when transformed into a powder, is used as a food coloring. Due to its yellow color it can be used as a substitute for saffron. It is highly known for its medicinal properties and a good ally in diseases such as diabetes, gastric ulcers, or osteoarthritis, among many others.

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  CAROB BEAN

  It is a fruit that is used as a substitute for cocoa. It is a highly energetic food although it has a low Glycemic Index, since almost half of its composition is natural sugars. Highly recommended in weight loss diets, since it is very low in fat and provides a great satiating effect. It is high in fiber that helps both intestinal transit and blood sugar levels control, so important for people with diabetes.

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  CEREMONIAL GRADE MATCHA

  It is a 100% organic type of green tea of the highest quality, originally from Japan, where it is grown in the shade, which causes the high concentration of chlorophyll in its leaves. Matcha tea is rich in antioxidants. This helps, among many other things, to balance your blood sugar level, speed up your metabolism to burn more calories, and reduce anxiety to calm you down. Its flavor is sweet with a bitter touch.

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  RAW AGAVE

  It is a natural sweetener that is extracted from the leaves of a plant similar to aloe vera. One of its characteristics is that it has a low Glycemic Index. I use raw blue agave mainly for toppings, as it enhances the flavor and a small amount is enough to sweeten.

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  BAOBAB

  It grows in Africa and is known as the tree of life due to its longevity. It adds a delicious citrus flavor. It is very rich in Vitamin C, which helps with the immune system and skin health. Also its high content of soluble fiber helps to slow down the entry of glucose into the bloodstream.

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  CASHEWS

  They are a type of nut, native to the Brazilian Amazon. We can highlight the high content of copper they have and that helps fight osteoporosis, and maintain collagen and elastin. Its fatty acids help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, among other things. Cashews add creaminess and a mild flavor to many of the cakes I make.

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  COCONUT OIL

  Unrefined extra virgin, it is a vegetable oil, rich in nutrients and fatty acids, such as lauric acid. It is a basic ingredient in raw vegan pastries thanks to its versatility.

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  MEDJOUL DATES

  An essential ingredient in raw pastries due to its versatility, which makes it a perfect natural sweetener. It is a fruit native to the Middle East that grows on date palms. It provides a large amount of fiber that helps sugars pass more slowly into the blood, it does not contain fat or cholesterol. At CrudiCakes we use Medjoul Dates for their texture, juiciness, flavor and great quality.

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  RAW CACAO

  Raw cacao with a strong chocolate smell and a rather bitter taste. The Mayans and Aztecs benefited from the secrets of pure cocoa. It contains a high concentration of antioxidants, a high percentage of natural fiber and relatively few calories when compared to chocolate.

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  PECAN NUTS

  A species originally native to North America but that we can find locally nowadays, specifically in the fields of Málaga. With great nutritional quality due to a high content of antioxidants and healthy fatty acids, it increases the levels of good cholesterol and prevents constipation, among other benefits. It has a pleasant sweet taste with a smooth texture.

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  GOJI BERRIES

  They have been cultivated for centuries in northern China, where they were consumed in the hope of living longer. With a bright red color and a taste that is sweet and with a touch of bitter. They are said to have antioxidant properties that improve the immune system and the eyesight.

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  COCOA NIBS

  They are small crunchy pieces that are obtained from the natural cocoa bean once roasted, maintaining the delicious and intense flavor of pure cocoa. Among its benefits, its richness in antioxidants stands out.