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How to Use Blue Agave Nectar

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Use Blue Agave Nectar
Use Blue Agave Nectar

Agave nectar is simply a natural sweetener that is extracted from agave plants. There are so many uses for this delicious sweetener. Try some and let me know what you think!

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Agave Nectar
  1. Step 1

    There are so many creative ways to use this scrumptious sweetener. First try it in your morning coffee or tea. It is very sweet so go easy. You can also use it in iced tea for a hot summer day.

  2. Step 2

    Do you like grapefruit? Do you put sugar on top to tone down the tart flavor? Try the agave. Drizzle on top and enjoy!

  3. Step 3

    Use as a sugar replacer in baking, use about half of the amount of sugar you would use since it is a liquid.

  4. Step 4

    Sweeten up breakfast cereals and drizzle on pancakes or waffles.

  5. Step 5

    Slice up a mango and drizzle the agave nectar over it. Top it off with some fresh shredded coconut- My favorite!

Tips & Warnings
  • Mix the agave nectar with maple syrup and treat your taste buds!
  • Great for diabetics, get rid of artificial sweeteners such as sweet n low or splenda.
  • Agave nectar is very sweet so do not use so much- conserve

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Elizzabeth said

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on 8/17/2009 I've just discovered blue agave nectar and love it. Great tips!

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