Gram flour is a fine, pale yellow flour that is made from ground up dry split chickpeas. It has a nutty flavour and is commonly used in Indian cuisine and savoury recipes. But if you’d like to know if gram is flour gluten-free, just keep reading to find out! What is gram flour? If you’re …
Wondering what the UK supermarkets have for dessert this Christmas? Look no further! Here you’ll find the best vegan Christmas desserts to buy from Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrison’s and more! The list contains show-stopping desserts, sweet snacks and accidentally vegan festive treats. There is something for everyone, including cheesecakes, cakes, Yule log, pies, puddings and …
Rapeseed oil is a vegetarian, amber-coloured oil that comes from the oilseed-rape plant. It’s commonly used as a cooking oil and can be used as a vegan and gluten-free butter substitute in some baking recipes. If you’ve ever driven past a giant field full of bright yellow flowers in the summer time, this was probably …
Bournville chocolate is Cadbury’s version of dark chocolate, with a semi-sweet, rich flavour. The range includes 3 flavours of dark chocolate bars, dark chocolate buttons and dark chocolate fingers. But is Bournville vegan? Keep reading to find out. If you’ve lived in the UK for any length of time, you’ve almost certainly heard about Bournville. …
Molasses is a thick, brown syrup that is a byproduct of the sugar refinement process. There are a few different types of molasses, ranging from dark to light, and it’s often used in baking recipes to enhance the flavour and increase the sweetness. But is molasses vegan? Let’s find out! What is molasses? Have you …
Have you ever baked the perfect cupcakes, only to discover there’s grease pooling at the bottom once you remove them from the tin? It can be disappointing when this happens but it is quite a common baking issue. Luckily, there is an easy way to avoid greasy cupcake liners. Let me show you how! What …
Fondant icing is a thick, pliable icing. It’s icing sugar with glucose syrup added to it and is often used for decorating birthday cakes and sculpting edible cake decorations. But is fondant icing vegan? Keep reading to find out! If you’re a keen baker, you have probably come across fondant icing at some point. If …
Cake mix is a pre-mixed powder that can be turned into a cake batter when you add a few extra ingredients to it. They are made up of pantry staples such as flour, sugar, cocoa powder, fat and flavourings. But is box cake mix vegan? And can you veganize cake mix? Keep reading to find …
Bicarbonate of soda, also known as baking soda, is a natural alkaline chemical compound that comes from soda ash, or sodium carbonate. It is a fine white powder that is used in baking as a leavening agent. When combined with an acid such as lemon juice or vinegar in a recipe, bicarbonate of soda produces …
If you love to bake, are coeliac or just enjoy eating a gluten-free diet, you may have wondered if icing sugar is gluten-free. This post will tell you everything you need to know, so keep reading to find out! Icing sugar is a fine, white powder that is made by grinding granulated sugar up super …
Cornflour is a white, powdery starch that comes from corn. It is often used in cooking and baking recipes. If you’re looking to find out whether or not cornflour is gluten-free, keep reading! Cornflour often gets mixed up with cornmeal (which sometimes gets called corn flour too) but it’s important to note that they are …
Buttermilk is a fermented dairy product, which began as a byproduct from churning butter using cultured cream. It is often used to make fluffy pancakes, waffles, scones and other tasty baked goods. Buttermilk has a slightly tangy flavour, similar to yoghurt, and the consistency is quite thick and creamy, ranging somewhere between milk and cream. …
Filo is a super thin pastry that is believed to have originated in Turkey. It is crispy with a buttery flavour and is used in a variety of sweet treats and savoury dishes. But is filo pastry vegan? Let’s take a look at the ingredients and see. What is filo pastry made of? Traditionally, filo …
If you’re a new baker, you may have come across the term packed brown sugar in a recipe. If you’ve never done it before, you may be wondering what it means. This post will tell you everything you need to know so keep reading to find out! Types of brown sugar When a recipe calls …
If you’re a new vegan baker or thinking about whipping up some dairy-free desserts, you may be wondering about butter and margarine options. If you want to know if Stork is dairy-free, this post has everything you need to know. Keep reading to find out! Stork was the first ever branded margarine launched in Britain, …
Not sure what to bake for Thanksgiving this year? Try one of these fantastic vegan Thanksgiving desserts. This list includes vegan gluten-free Thanksgiving desserts, pies, tarts, truffles, cheesecakes and more. Whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to find something that the whole family can enjoy! Vegan Thanksgiving Desserts I hope you enjoy these delicious vegan …
Bird’s custard is one of the most well-known custard brands, with their iconic red, yellow and blue tin. But is it vegan? This post will tell you everything you need to know, so keep reading to find out! Bird’s custard powder was created by Birmingham pharmacist Alfred Bird in 1837. He actually invented it because …
Honeycomb candy is a hard, crunchy, golden-coloured treat that has been around in the UK since the 1920s. It’s also known as honeycomb toffee and cinder toffee, and you’ll most often find it covered with chocolate if you buy it in shops. Is honeycomb vegan? When it comes to the confectionary cinder toffee type, honeycomb …
It may seem like might an innocent baking ingredient but is sugar vegan? The answer may surprise you! When I created my vegan baking blog a few years ago, I was confused when I had an influx of people telling me that sugar wasn’t vegan. What on Earth are these people talking about, I thought …
Wondering if golden syrup is vegetarian and vegan, or how you can use it in your next bake? Here’s everything you need to know! Golden syrup is a thick, sweet syrup that is often used in baking and dessert recipes. It’s also commonly used as a porridge topping. Tate & Lyle is the most popular …
Have you ever wondered, is Biscoff vegan? Or wanted to know if Biscoff spread is dairy-free? You’ve come to the right place! In this post, you’ll find everything you need to know about Lotus Biscoff, plus some delicious dessert recipes that you can make using it. Lotus Biscoff biscuits and spreads have skyrocketed in popularity …
It’s officially Autumn and that means it’s time for all things pumpkin! Here you’ll find 40 tasty vegan pumpkin desserts that can be enjoyed by all. Whether it’s muffins, cupcakes, cheesecakes or cookies, you are sure to find something that suits your taste buds. The leaves are turning brown and the nights are starting to …
Looking for some spooky snack inspiration for your next Halloween party? This vegan Halloween recipes round-up will help! From healthy treats and decadent desserts to mini pizzas and bagel bites, you are sure to find some recipes that will be loved by all. I recently made a post containing my favourite Halloween desserts. And whilst …
This vegan blueberry cake is super easy to make and uses just a handful of simple ingredients. It’s fluffy yet moist, and topped with delicious dairy-free lemon cream cheese frosting. If there’s one thing I love just as much as chocolate treats, it is fruity desserts! Apple pies, banana bread, strawberry tarts and raspberry cheesecake …
LOVE desserts but not sure what sweet treats to whip up this October? Don’t worry! This list of 17 vegan Halloween desserts will help you out. From spooky cupcakes to simple desserts with a pumpkin twist, there is sure to be something for everyone here. If you are looking for vegan Halloween desserts you have …
