Choosing the Best Dairy-Free Milk for Your Cakes

November 18, 20255 min read

Soy, almond, oat, or rice? We test the best plant-based milks to see which ones deliver the moistest cakes and fluffiest frostings.

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The Scoop on Plant-Based Baking Ingredients

Not all non-dairy milks are created equal. The protein and fat content vary wildly, affecting your final bake.

Soy Milk

The gold standard for baking. Its high protein content allows it to curdle like buttermilk when mixed with vinegar, making it perfect for vegan red velvet cake.

Oat Milk

Creamy and sweet, oat milk promotes beautifully browning due to its sugar content. It's excellent in cookies and golden crusts.

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Almond Milk

Light and often low-fat, it can sometimes result in drier cakes if not paired with added fats like oil or vegan butter. Use it in lighter, delicate sponges.

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Sarah Aitdahan is the founder of Sweety's Bakery and the creator of this website. A lifelong baker with a passion for perfecting the classics, she believes that baking should be accessible and joyful for everyone. This website is her way of giving back to the incredible baking community by providing free tools, resources, and recipes.

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