Baobab Fruit Powder on Competitor.com

We’re always looking for ways to sneak nutrients into things we eat almost every day, so naturally, we took an interest in baobab fruit powder.

Baobab is a tree native mostly to southern Africa. The pulp inside of the tree’s fruit dehydrates naturally and can effortlessly be ground into powder. It’s very healthy—a two-tablespoon serving of Baobab Fruit Powder contains 6g of dietary fiber, 272mg of potassium, loads of Vitamin C, 35 calories, and 9 grams of carbohydrate. Plus, it has more antioxidants than acai or blueberries.

The true benefit of this fruit powder, though, is its remarkable versatility. We tried it in yogurt, oatmeal, smoothies, and even put ½ serving in a glass of water. (also recommended adding it to baked goods, juices, and sauces, though we didn’t try that.) The added taste is noticeable in some mixtures and is completely hidden in others, but never was it so invasive that it ruined the experience of food or drink you normally like. The taste is slightly tangy but not very strong, even if the nutrients are plentiful.