The super light and fluffy vegan Victoria sandwich by @cakeontherun For the very first time, it’s Free From Week on The Great British Bake Off. The five remaining contestants on the hit Channel 4 show will bake with no wheat or dairy in a tough quarter final. Known for […]
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For the very first time, it's Free From Week on The Great British Bake Off.
The five remaining contestants on the hit Channel 4 show will bake with no wheat or dairy in a tough quarter final.
Known for her simple vegan and gluten free cakes, SurreyLive baker @cakeontherun has shared her favourite recipes with us. They are so easy to make, you don't need to be a Bake Off finalist to master them.
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In fact, many of them can be conjured up in less than five minutes, making them perfect for trying in an ad break on Tuesday night if you get the munchies.
They contain no fancy ingredients or foods you cannot pronounce, plus you won't need expensive equipment either to give these scrumptious dishes a go.
1. Vegan carrot banana bread
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
The key to making this bake wonderfully moist and lower in refined sugar than other cakes is to use very ripe bananas - the ones that are spotty and going black in the fruit bowl are ideal.
Get the full recipe here.
2. Caramel shortbread biscuit bars
*Vegan *Gluten free *No flour *No dairy *No eggs
Inspired by Caramel Week, this fantastic recipe uses dates and oats instead of dairy and flour.
Not only is this recipe much healthier than others you'll find online and in cookbooks, you won't run the risk of burning the caramel or getting yourself into sticky situations.
Get the full recipe here.
3. Black forest mug cake
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
Using just a handful of basic ingredients you've most likely already got in your kitchen cupboard, you can whip this delight up in no time at all.
In fact, it takes just 90 seconds to cook in the microwave - perfect for rustling up in an ad break.
Get the full recipe here.
4. Strawberry cheesecake
*Vegan *Gluten free *No flour *No dairy *No eggs
This single-serving cheesecake requires no cooking and is low in fat and sugar.
The 'cheese' in this recipe is replaced with yoghurt and the biscuit base is made with oats instead of flour.
While oats do not contain wheat, it does contain gluten so make sure you opt for the gluten free variety if you want to go 100% gluten free.
Get the full recipe here.
5. Focaccia
*Vegan *Gluten free *No butter *No dairy *No eggs *No sugar
Inspired by Bread Week on Bake Off, you won't need a proving draw, rolling pin or special bread flour for this recipe.
Made using gluten free flour and yoghurt, the Mediterranean loaf can be topped with whatever ingredients you fancy, may it be cherry tomatoes, black olives and red onion, or the classic olive oil and rosemary combo.
Get the full recipe here.
6. Tiramisu
*Vegan *Gluten free *No butter *No dairy *No eggs
This cheat tiramisu recipe is so simple, you don't need to be a Star Baker to whip it up.
Instead of using double cream and mascarpone cheese, a dairy free yoghurt made from soya, almond or coconut works just as well.
With regards to the sponge, use gluten free bread which you can pick up from most supermarkets.
Get the full recipe here.
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7. Gingerbread biscuits
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
The lightly spiced, scrumptious treat reminds us of Christmas time, and let's face it, it's just around the corner.
The strong cookie is also ideal for supporting a showstopping structure if you're thinking of re-creating one of the Bake Off challenges.
The recipe calls for no egg as apple sauce is used instead.
Similarly, swap butter for margarine as that's made with sunflower oil instead of milk.
Get the full recipe here.
8. Sticky toffee pudding
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
Made up of a rich, fluffy sponge and a silky, luxurious sauce, it's pure bliss for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Made in a bowl, this cheat sticky toffee pudding takes less than three minutes to cook in the microwave.
The recipe contains no eggs, so it is suitable for vegans as long as you choose a dairy-free margarine and plant based milk such as almond or soya.
It can also be made gluten free if gluten-free self raising flour is swapped for standard flour.
Get the full recipe here.
9. Shortbread
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
You don't need to be any good at baking to make them and they are great for children to make too.
Plus there is a cheat option if you only want to make a single portion for yourself without gobbling up the whole batch. Use dairy free margarine and gluten free flour to make them vegan friendly and perfect for coeliac friends.
Get the full recipe here.
10. Red velvet cake
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
Quick, easy and delicious are just three words to describe this incredible bake.
It's hard to believe you can cook a red velvet cake in the microwave in just two minutes, but trust us it works. Perfect for anyone who needs a quick cake fix, you don't need to be any good at baking to make this sweet delight.
Get the full recipe here.
11. Carrot rock cakes
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
Soft, crumbly and utterly moreish are just some of the words to describe these carrot rock cakes.
Giving the traditional rock cake a scrumptious twist, Instagrammer @cakeontherun has shared her gluten free and vegan recipe for us to try.
Apple sauce is used once again instead of egg (the stuff you put on your Sunday roast is ideal).
Get the full recipe here.
12. Bakewell cake
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs *No butter
It's made with no butter or eggs and it's great for breakfast or a mid afternoon snack.
The secret to this recipe is using protein powder.
Get the full recipe here.
13. Retro school dinner traybake
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
From chocolate sponge with custard, to sweet and sticky jam roly poly, many of us have fond memories of school puddings.
Rekindling those childhood classics, here's an easy recipe for a vanilla traybake, complete with icing and sprinkles on top. Made without eggs, it can be suitable for vegans if dairy free yoghurt and milk is used.
Get the full recipe here.
14. Shortcrust pastry
*Vegan *No flour *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs *No butter *No sugar
This game-changing shortcrust pastry hack is not only easy to make, but it's naturally gluten-free and vegan friendly too.
What's more, because it contains no flour or butter, it's much healthier than classic recipes.
There's no chilling or too much kneading to do, meaning it's so quick and easy anyone can make it.
Get the full recipe here.
15. Victoria sponge
*Vegan *Gluten free *No dairy *No eggs
This classic Victoria sandwich recipe tastes so good, you won't be able to tell the difference, we promise.
It's light, fluffy and as delicious as a classic British Victoria sponge should be, and the method is so simple, anyone can make it, literally.
Get the full recipe here.
