Good Clean Guilt-Free Recipes Using Imitation Flavors?

Nininina24
Nininina24 Posts: 29
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  • BeccaBollons
    BeccaBollons Posts: 652 Member
    Erm, when you say "clean" do you mean non processed no additives type of thing?

    If not, maybe they would be good in custard, porridge, smoothies? Home made icecream?
    Never tried them myself, just thought I'd reply thinking you may want to change the wording or clarify "clean"
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,349 Member
    I used the orange in a choc orange cheese cake once. It ended up in the bin :brokenheart:
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    Erm, when you say "clean" do you mean non processed no additives type of thing?

    If not, maybe they would be good in custard, porridge, smoothies? Home made icecream?
    Never tried them myself, just thought I'd reply thinking you may want to change the wording or clarify "clean"

    Uh, clean as in, no added sugar, no HIGH CALORIE, no extra salt, white flower, no pre made anything really. Basically, no junk. I don't "fully" see the point in going into great details on clarifying what I mean when I say "clean".... Because everyone has their own idea of what "Clean" is. I figured if people posted ideas and if I saw something that seemed interesting I'd obviously modify it to fit my diet properly. Does that make more sense? But yes, like smoothies, oats, clean (plain) banana ice cream, ect... (custard doesn't fit my diet)
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    I used the orange in a choc orange cheese cake once. It ended up in the bin :brokenheart:

    Oh, well that DID sound like a good idea lol Unfortunately cheese cake wouldn't work into my diet, BUT that sounds good. So, what was the major issue? too orangey tasting? or did it just have a weird taste lol. Im guessing it just didn't go well together? haha sorry about that! "A" for effort! :)
  • castadiva
    castadiva Posts: 2,016 Member
    These 'imitation' flavourings are exactly that - chemical imitations of natural flavours. They are by definition the antithesis of 'clean'.
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    These 'imitation' flavourings are exactly that - chemical imitations of natural flavours. They are by definition the antithesis of 'clean'.


    Okay, perhaps I should just go ahead and clarify above then. Another reason I said "clean" is because adding an imitation extract flavoring ISN'T GOING TO BLOWN YOUR DIET OUT THE WINDOW....
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,349 Member
    I used the orange in a choc orange cheese cake once. It ended up in the bin :brokenheart:

    Oh, well that DID sound like a good idea lol Unfortunately cheese cake wouldn't work into my diet, BUT that sounds good. So, what was the major issue? too orangey tasting? or did it just have a weird taste lol. Im guessing it just didn't go well together? haha sorry about that! "A" for effort! :)

    It just doesn't taste like orange. It's bitter and alcohol tasting (not in the fun way)
  • castadiva
    castadiva Posts: 2,016 Member
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  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    I used the orange in a choc orange cheese cake once. It ended up in the bin :brokenheart:

    Oh, well that DID sound like a good idea lol Unfortunately cheese cake wouldn't work into my diet, BUT that sounds good. So, what was the major issue? too orangey tasting? or did it just have a weird taste lol. Im guessing it just didn't go well together? haha sorry about that! "A" for effort! :)

    It just doesn't taste like orange. It's bitter and alcohol tasting (not in the fun way)

    Lol well, good to know! Thanks for sharing!
  • Contrarian
    Contrarian Posts: 8,138 Member
    I think they taste awful. If I wanted something to taste like oranges, I'd just use some orange zest or juice.
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    I thought clean meant as few added ingredients as possible?

    how does one eat clean, yet add additional processed ingredients...interesting...
  • castadiva
    castadiva Posts: 2,016 Member
    These 'imitation' flavourings are exactly that - chemical imitations of natural flavours. They are by definition the antithesis of 'clean'.


    Okay, perhaps I should just go ahead and clarify above then. Another reason I said "clean" is because adding an imitation extract flavoring ISN'T GOING TO BLOWN YOUR DIET OUT THE WINDOW....

    Neither will adding the equivalent amount of a real flavouring, and it won't expose you to chemical additives either! I think what you mean is 'low-calorie'.
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    These 'imitation' flavourings are exactly that - chemical imitations of natural flavours. They are by definition the antithesis of 'clean'.


    Okay, perhaps I should just go ahead and clarify above then. Another reason I said "clean" is because adding an imitation extract flavoring ISN'T GOING TO BLOWN YOUR DIET OUT THE WINDOW....

    so a teaspoon of sugar will blow your diet out?
  • phieaglefan
    phieaglefan Posts: 107 Member
    I get what the OP is going for. On a whim, I bought some chocolate flavored stevia because I heard the flavored stevias were pretty good. So I have it in the house and haven't used it yet because I can't quite figure out what to use it on. Perhaps my low sugar fat free vanilla ice cream? Or in some plain yogurt? In my coffee?

    Perhaps the maple or orange could be used in low fat greek yogurt? Added to a vanilla protein shake?
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    Mis-post


    I'm not too concerned with this, I still believing adding small amounts won't harm me.
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    Ah the beauty of the vague "clean" term.
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    No, but why use sugar when you could use Stevia in the Raw? Okay I get it. I didn't use the right choice of words. Goodness. But I do get what you're saying.
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    what is wrong with sugar? I mean you can eat sugar and not ballon up....

    Eating over maintenance calories causes weight gain, not sugar.
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    Wow... nothing like completely picking apart a persons choice of words. I'm deleting this.
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    I honestly just wanted simple recipes or ideas of things that I could using these flavorings in. Not criticism for miss using the word "clean"...........................................................
  • michelefrench
    michelefrench Posts: 814 Member
    These 'imitation' flavourings are exactly that - chemical imitations of natural flavours. They are by definition the antithesis of 'clean'.

    this was the impression I was under....
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    i am just curious why you think the natural ingredients will blow out your intake? If you use them in moderation there should be no issue...

    everyone is so scared of eating "sugar" or "carbs" like they are some fat boogeyman that will make you put on five pounds in a day ...

    as long as you hit your cal and macro goal for day you will be OK...
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    If you were to go ask 50 different people who didn't know each other all the same question: "What is your idea of clean eating?" I'd be willing to bet they all would NOT response with the same answer...
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    i am not asking for a definition ..

    I am curious you think the imitation ingredient/flavoring is superior to the natural one...?
  • xampx
    xampx Posts: 323 Member
    Presuming you mean something similar to these Flavdrops, I use the coffee and toffee ones in coffee instead of sugar, and in protein shakes and protein cakes just for a different flavour.

    http://www.myprotein.com/sports-nutrition/flavdrops/10530471.html
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    Trust me, I understand that. I follow it to a T... I take fitness serious. I workout 5-6 days a week, ect ect.. I am fully aware of the calories in VS calories out. For me, it's just personal preference.. I'd rather use Stevia while someone else would rather use sugar. MAke sense?
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    not really, but if that is what you want to do that is fine...

    I just don't understand the fear of sugar...
  • irivas1
    irivas1 Posts: 35 Member
    I have used orange extract in plain mint tea to elevate the taste and it was a hit with friends and family. I have used almond and lemon extract in cakes and cookies and they were quite tasty. My favorite is the vanilla...just can't get enough. I am wondering, if you go to the company's site; perhaps they have some recipes available. :smile:
  • michelefrench
    michelefrench Posts: 814 Member
    thinking maybe you should try posting again w/more specific info as to what you do and don't want included in ingredients..you left it way to open. Say - no sugar or no whatever it is you don't include in your diet....or don't mention any restrictions and weed thru on your own (probably a better way to go...)
  • Nininina24
    Nininina24 Posts: 29
    Presuming you mean something similar to these Flavdrops, I use the coffee and toffee ones in coffee instead of sugar, and in protein shakes and protein cakes just for a different flavour.

    http://www.myprotein.com/sports-nutrition/flavdrops/10530471.html

    YES!! That's exactly what I'm talking about!! And I actually use the almond one in my coffee sometimes. Have you used the butter flavor or orange? Just curious..

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