Exploring the Delights of Cooking with Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup

Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup is a versatile and delectable sweetener that has gained popularity among health-conscious individuals and culinary enthusiasts. Derived from organic brown rice, this syrup offers a delicious alternative to refined sugars and other artificial sweeteners. In this post, we will dive into the wonders of cooking with Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup and explore some delightful recipes that showcase its unique flavor and versatility.

1. The Sweet Secret to Baking:

Baking is an art, and finding the right sweetener is crucial to achieving the perfect balance of flavors. Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup's mild and subtle sweetness adds depth to baked goods without overpowering other ingredients. Whether you're making cookies, cakes, or muffins, try substituting regular sugar with this syrup for a moist and tender texture. It works wonders in chewy granola bars, imparting a delightful caramel-like note that will leave everyone craving for more.

2. Sauces and Dressings Elevated:

When it comes to sauces and dressings, Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup shines as a natural thickening agent and flavor enhancer. Its rich and velvety texture makes it an excellent choice for glazes, marinades, and vinaigrettes. Drizzle it over roasted or grilled vegetables, or incorporate it into homemade barbecue sauce for a touch of sweetness that complements savory flavors perfectly.

3. Sweet Treats Reinvented:

Who can resist a sweet treat? Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup takes your favorite desserts to a whole new level. Use it as a binding agent in no-bake energy balls or as a sweetener for homemade ice cream and sorbets. Its natural and earthy flavor profile pairs beautifully with chocolate, nuts, and fruits, opening up a realm of possibilities for creating indulgent yet healthier desserts.

4. Breakfast Bliss:

Start your day on a sweet note by incorporating Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup into your breakfast routine. Drizzle it over pancakes, waffles, or French toast, or stir it into oatmeal for a naturally sweet and comforting meal. Its low glycemic index ensures a steady release of energy, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a balanced and sustained start to the day.

Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup is a remarkable sweetener that adds a touch of natural sweetness to your culinary creations. From baked goods to savory dishes, dressings, and breakfast treats, its versatility and unique flavor profile make it an excellent substitute for refined sugars. By incorporating this organic syrup into your cooking, you can enhance the taste and nutritional value of your meals while satisfying your sweet tooth.

So, why not embark on a delicious journey with Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup and let your creativity in the kitchen soar? Happy cooking and enjoy the sweet delights that await!

RECIPES with SWEET CLOUD BROWN RICE SYRUP 

SWEET & SIMPLE SUMMER FRUIT SAUCE

by Jan and John Belleme

This light fruit dessert is delicious when eaten as is. It can also be used to dress up other simple desserts. It makes a great topping for vanilla or lemon pudding, pies, or tarts with a vanilla pudding base, and shortcake, pancakes and waffles. This fruit sauce is a scrumptious filling for crepes. Refrigerated in a covered container, it will keep for several days.

• 2½ cup sliced or whole fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, pitted cherries, etc.)*
• 1 cup apple juice
• 1/3 - 1/2 cup Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup (smaller amount for sweet fruits, larger amount for tart fruits)
• 2 tablespoons crushed Mitoku Kuzu
• 1 pinch SI Sea Salt

1. Cut larger fruits into bite size pieces. Small berries can be left whole.
2. Combine juice, rice syrup, and salt in a saucepan. If cooking the fruit is recommended (see notes below), add to saucepan and bring to a simmer, uncovered, over medium heat. Remove from heat.
3. Thoroughly dissolve kuzu in 2 tablespoons cool water and add to fruit mixture while stirring briskly. Place over medium-low heat and stir constantly until mixture returns to a simmer and thickens.
4. If cooked fruit is already mixed in, transfer contents of the pot to a bowl and cool. If using fruit that does not require cooking, place fresh, cut or whole fruit (see notes below) in a glass bowl and pour the hot liquid over it. Mix gently and cool in refrigerator. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
5. Refrigerate in a covered container, this fruit sauce will keep for several days.

*Delicate, tender fruits such as strawberries and raspberries should not be cooked. Firmer fruits such as blueberries, cherries, and apples should be simmered with the juice.

REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION: Japanese Foods That Heal by Jane and John Belleme, Tuttle Publishing

John and Jan Belleme have lived and studied in Japan for twenty years and are leading authorities on the subject of the healing powers of Japanese foods. They are the authors of three previous books on the subject and are also the co-founders of the American Miso Company, one of the world's largest producers of traditional miso.

CHEF TOM'S VEGAN OATMEAL RAISIN PECAN COOKIES 

These Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Pecan Cookies are crunchy on the outside with a cake-like center. They're simple to prepare and naturally sweetened with organic maple syrup and Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup.

• 1½ cups old fashioned rolled oats
• 1½ cups white unbleached flour 
• 1 cup organic raisins 
• 1 cup organic pecans, chopped (optional) 
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ cup Sweet Cloud Organic Brown Rice Syrup
• ¼ cup organic maple syrup
• ½ cup organic soy milk
• ½ cup sunflower or safflower oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
•  ¼ teaspoon SI Sea Salt

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Lightly oil two large cookie sheets and set them aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl combine oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and mix well.
4. In a large measuring cup, whisk maple and rice syrups, oil, milk, and vanilla until mixed well with air bubbles.
5. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until all ingredients are moist. The batter will be slightly wet.
6. Fold in raisins and pecans.
7. Drop about 1½ tablespoon of the cookie dough onto the oiled cookie sheet allowing space for cookies to expand. 
8. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes or until the cookie bottom is lightly brown.
9. Remove cookies to a cooling rack to cool.
10. Serve, share and enjoy with family and friends

VARIATIONS:

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies: Replace raisins with chocolate chips for tasty oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

Pecan Alternatives: Replace pecans with chopped walnuts or almonds.

ORGANIC CHEF TOM
Chef Tom has been cooking natural foods for over 50+ years. He cooked in natural restaurants across the USA, including the East West Cookery in New York City, 7th Inn in Boston, The Unicorn in Miami and his own restaurant The Garden Cookery in Maine before moving his family to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain city of Asheville, North Carolina.