Living with lactose intolerance doesn't mean you have to miss out on the joy of baking. There are a ton of delicious lactose-free recipes that taste just as amazing as their dairy-filled counterparts. From cakes to cookies, and everything in between, here are five lactose-free baking ideas to try.
Lactose-Free Chocolate Cake
Decadent, rich, and completely lactose-free. The secret? Use almond milk and lactose-free dark chocolate. Try this recipe:
- 200g of lactose-free dark chocolate
- 3/4 cup of almond milk
- 2 cups of flour
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
Mix all the ingredients together and bake for 30 minutes at 350°F.
Dairy-Free Cookies
There's nothing like a good cookie, and these dairy-free versions won't disappoint. Popular substitutes for milk include coconut milk or almond milk, and for butter - margarine or oil.
Lactose-Free Bread
Baking bread without lactose is easier than you might think. Most bread recipes don't require milk, but for those that do, simply swap out the cow's milk for a lactose-free substitute such as almond or soy milk.
Dairy-Free Pastries
Believe it or not, it's possible to make flaky, delicious pastries without butter. Use shortening or margarine instead of butter, and almond milk instead of regular milk.
Lactose-Free Muffins
Muffins can easily be made lactose-free. Just use a milk substitute like almond or soy milk and a butter substitute like margarine or oil.
Remember, living with lactose intolerance doesn't mean giving up on delicious baked goods. With these five ideas and a bit of creativity, you can enjoy a world of lactose-free delights.
