Strawberry Shortcake 2 Ways Ovo Lacto Vegetarian And Vegan
Strawberry shortcake is a classic dessert that everyone loves. It's perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or just a sweet treat after dinner. But what if you're a vegetarian or vegan? Can you still enjoy this delicious dessert? The answer is yes! In this article, we'll show you how to make strawberry shortcake two ways - one for ovo lacto vegetarians and one for vegans.
What Is Ovo Lacto Vegetarianism?
Before we get started on the recipes, let's talk about ovo lacto vegetarianism. This is a type of vegetarianism where people don't eat meat, fish, or poultry, but they do consume eggs and dairy products. Ovo lacto vegetarians believe that this diet is healthier, more ethical, and more environmentally friendly than a meat-based diet.
If you're an ovo lacto vegetarian, you can enjoy traditional strawberry shortcake with a few modifications. Instead of using heavy cream, you can use whipped cream made from soy or almond milk. You can also use vegan butter instead of regular butter. The eggs in the shortcake can be replaced with a flaxseed or chia seed egg substitute.
Here's the recipe for ovo lacto vegetarian strawberry shortcake:
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1 flaxseed or chia seed egg substitute (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds mixed with 3 tablespoons water)
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup vegan whipped cream (made from soy or almond milk)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the vegan butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the flaxseed or chia seed egg substitute, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead a few times until it comes together.
- Roll out the dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut out circles with a biscuit cutter or glass.
- Place the circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with the sugar.
- To assemble the shortcakes, split the biscuits in half and top with the strawberry mixture and vegan whipped cream.
And there you have it - a delicious ovo lacto vegetarian version of strawberry shortcake!
What Is Veganism?
Now, let's talk about veganism. This is a lifestyle where people don't consume any animal products at all, including meat, eggs, dairy, honey, and even gelatin. Vegans choose this lifestyle for ethical, environmental, and health reasons.
If you're a vegan, you can still enjoy strawberry shortcake - you just need to make a few more substitutions. Instead of using eggs, you can use applesauce or mashed bananas as a binding agent. Instead of using butter and heavy cream, you can use coconut oil and coconut cream. And instead of whipped cream, you can use coconut whipped cream.
Here's the recipe for vegan strawberry shortcake:
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, softened
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed bananas
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 can coconut cream, chilled overnight in the refrigerator
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the coconut oil until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the applesauce or mashed bananas, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead a few times until it comes together.
- Roll out the dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut out circles with a biscuit cutter or glass.
- Place the circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with the sugar.
- Open the can of chilled coconut cream and scoop out the solidified cream into a mixing bowl. Discard the liquid.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the coconut cream until it forms stiff peaks.
- To assemble the shortcakes, split the biscuits in half and top with the strawberry mixture and coconut whipped cream.
And there you have it - a delicious vegan version of strawberry shortcake!
Conclusion
Whether you're an ovo lacto vegetarian or a vegan, you can still enjoy the classic dessert of strawberry shortcake. With a few substitutions and modifications, you can create a delicious and satisfying dessert that fits your dietary restrictions. So go ahead and give these recipes a try - your taste buds will thank you!
