Homemade Carob Powder Recipe
Carob powder is a naturally sweet and nutrient-dense flour made from the pods of carob trees. Making your own carob powder at home ensures maximum freshness and quality.
Ingredients
- Fresh carob pods - Rinsed and harvested from carob trees when ripe
Instructions
- Harvest and rinse fresh carob pods. Soak overnight with added hydrogen peroxide.
- Slice pods vertically to remove interior seeds. Reserve pod pieces.
- Dehydrate pod pieces 8+ hours until very dry and brittle.
- Working in small batches, blend dried pieces into a fine powder.
- Store homemade carob powder in airtight jars away from light/heat.
Notes
The entire process from harvested pods to finished powder takes 1-2 days. Proper storage can retain freshness for months. Enjoy homemade carob powder in smoothies, baked goods, healthy desserts, and more!