Embracing a dairy-free lifestyle doesn't mean you have to give up your love for sweets. In fact, it opens up a whole new world of delicious, guilt-free delights that are as satisfying as they are surprising. Here are six dairy-free delights that'll surprise your taste buds and prove that dairy-free baking can be absolutely yummy.
1. Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of coconut oil
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of applesauce
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 2 cups of dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix coconut oil, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add this to the wet mixture, then fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto your prepared sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
2. Dairy-Free Vanilla Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of coconut oil
- 1 cup of almond milk
- 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and grease a cake tin with coconut oil.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together sugar, coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the cake tin and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Continue with the rest of the recipes, making sure to include the ingredients and instructions for each.
Remember, dairy-free baking doesn't have to be a challenge. With the right ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can create treats that are as delicious as they are healthy.
