It’s one of the most prolific ingredients in baking, so it only makes sense we do a spotlight. Vegan & plant-based butter has come a long way since I first started using them in 2015. Some of the OG’s are still in heavy rotation for me, but some newer brands are quickly becoming my favorites. Let’s take a look!
Every ingredient has a purpose. Flavor (the obvious one), texture, consistency, structure, beauty – all equally important. So, when you see a recipe that you really want to riff on and without animal products, all you have to do is determine the objective of the ingredient in question; what purpose does it serve in this recipe, and what other ingredient can serve the same purpose?
Don’t feel bad, it’s a common issue. Muffins, cupcakes, full-size cakes; they’re all prone to rising issues. And this isn’t just a struggle for plant-based bakers – it happens to everyone. All we have to do is dig into the food science to understand why your cake might sink, and to prevent it in the future.