UNIVERSIDAD AUTÓNOMA DE BARCELONA  

Biscuit & cake

ECOTROPHELIA EUROPE 2023 - BRONZE

Garrobites

Garrobites is a Mug Cake mix made with carob flour, a by-product of the locust bean extraction.

University: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Category: Biscuit & cake Short description: Garrobites is a Mug Cake mix made with carob flour, a by-product of the locust bean extraction. "Garrobites is a product where the main ingredient is carob flour, a by-product of the locust bean gum extraction. It is a fine powder that only needs a vegetable drink (or milk) and a microwave, to prepare in less than two minutes a sponge cake in a cup, a mug cake as we call it, making it ideal for a quick snack in the office or at home. The carob flour (roasted carob pulp), is a low-fat ingredient that provides a great quantity of macronutrients and micronutrients, standing out for its calcium and fiber content. In addition, with our compromise of sustainability and environmental wellbeing, we aim to promote the cultivation of carob trees, native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East, where Spain is one of the top producers of their products. These trees are of utmost importance in these present times we face, with their resistance to drought, ability to prevent desertification, erosion and soil degradation, they can be used to promote reforestation, helping to mitigate climate change. Why Garrobites? It is a vegan, gluten-free, no sugar added, ecological product made for environmentally conscious people, with dietary restrictions, and athletes, but suitable for everyone who wants to try a new and tasty pastry. Picking Garrobites means advocating for a better and thriving planet. Reclaim forgotten flavours with Garrobites."