Contingent on who you ask, buttermilk can imply a variety of things. It can be anything from a beverage to a by-product of churning butter or yogurt, and it can be created with or without dairy components!
Biscuits, dressing’s cake, vegan apple cake, and bread are just a few of the sweet and savory recipes that use the dairy mainstay. Buttermilk is traditionally created with raw pasteurized milk that has been inoculated with cultures.
Finding a substitute in their recipe when you are lactose intolerant, vegan, or both can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. Our mission is to help! Why is buttermilk so important in recipes?
Buttermilk is a type of milk with a higher acid content than regular milk. It provides vegan baked goods with an excellent tangy flavor and helps to ferment them.
Although it is not vegan, making your own vegan buttermilk alternative with only two fundamental ingredients is incredibly simple.
There are only two ingredients needed for this recipe:
Unsweetened Soy milk or any unsweetened plant-based dairy, especially ones with high protein content.
Lemon juice.
Apple cider vinegar can be used in place of lemon juice.
To make non-dairy milk curdle, vinegar or lemon juice and vinegar can be used to provide acidity.
How to Make Vegan Buttermilk
The good news is that creating your own buttermilk alternative is ridiculously simple. The most important thing to keep in mind is this:
1 tablespoon acid to 1 cup non-dairy milk (apple cider vinegar or lemon juice)
Simply use a 1:1 ratio to substitute this vegan buttermilk alternatively in any recipe. Is it true that only ½ cup of buttermilk is required? ½ cup milk and ½ tablespoon acid are used.
Simply add lemon juice or apple cider vinegar with your preference of plant-based milk and set aside at room temperature for 3-5 minutes to produce vegan buttermilk. This ensures that the milk ‘curdles,’ making it suitable to use in your recipe.
We recommend only creating as much vegan buttermilk substitute as you will need for your recipe because it does not keep well. You can now utilize your vegan buttermilk right away or save it for later.
Which Milk is Ideal for Buttermilk?
For buttermilk, the general agreement is to use soy or almond milk. Apart from a few exceptions, such as oat milk which due to its minimal fat level, does not curdle therefore does not work well in this recipe. However, most types of plant milk will work. The most important thing is to make sure it is not sweetened.
The best vegan buttermilk choice for baking and cooking is apple cider vinegar, while the most convenient vegan buttermilk substitute is distilled white vinegar. It has a moderate flavor character, as opposed to ACV, which has a stronger flavor profile.
Always use uncolored or softly colored vinegar in your vegan buttermilk recipe, as the color will alter the finished product.
Do not use vinegar with a strong flavor such as balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar.
What is the Shelf Life of Buttermilk?
Buttermilk freezes well and can be put into large cubes and stored in the freezer. After three days, you will have a small number of leftovers. When you put it in the fridge, it will most likely separate.
Make sure it is fully blended before you use it. Inspect the ice cube for cracks and leaks before using it. The recipe can also be frozen, making it simple to thaw and use.
Best Uses for Vegan Buttermilk
Vegan Buttermilk may be used to make practically anything, from waffles to cornbread to cakes. It enhances the richness, creaminess, and delectability of our favorite classics. It can also be combined with baking soda to provide a rapid rise to a vegan cake or pancake. Buttermilk is frequently used in pancake recipes.
Here are a few quick and simple recipes that will put your buttermilk to good use:
Buttermilk Waffles
This waffle dish is a must-try if you like waffles to pancakes. The surface of these buttermilk waffles is incredibly crunchy, while the inside is delicate and fluffy.
They are meaty, rich, and delicious, which is everything you could want in a dish.
They are the ideal way to start the day, slathered in butter, sprinkled with maple syrup, and served with crispy fried chicken.
Buttermilk Coleslaw
Buttermilk Coleslaw is a classic side dish that we all adore. It is a crisp, creamy, and refreshing side dish that goes well with practically any main course.
There is nothing coleslaw does not go well with, whether it is burgers, fried chicken, sandwiches, or BBQ!
The buttermilk not only provides a beautiful richness to this coleslaw but also lends a tinge of tanginess to level off the flavors.
Buttermilk Biscuits
Low-carb buttermilk biscuits with a hearty and flavorful flavor? It may seem difficult, but it is achievable.
Carbquik buttermilk biscuits have arrived! These biscuits are a guilt-free way to keep your tummy full and happy, with only 2 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
It does not matter if you eat them plain or smothered with butter. In any case, these buttermilk-infused biscuits will sweep your taste buds away.
Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
Many people consider soft and sticky cinnamon buns to be the perfect breakfast! These rolls are a must-try for anyone with a sweet craving.
This dish stands out among others due to the addition of buttermilk. It is what gives this cinnamon rolls their incredible softness and fluffiness! For the most fulfilling morning meal, serve these buns with coffee.
Chilled buttermilk soup
Although chilled buttermilk soup may sound unusual, it tastes incredible, especially on hot summer afternoons!
Buttermilk, sour cream, pickled beets, cucumber, and radish make up Chlodnik, a Polish soup. The alternative gazpacho has a beautiful flavor and textural balance. It is smooth, light, and incredibly delicious.
Buttermilk Cornbread
Cornbread is sometimes ignored as a side dish at dinner parties, but this recipe shows that it can shine just as brightly as other small dishes.
This cornbread is deliciously moist and flavorful! It is savory with a dash of sweetness, providing the right flavor balance for your taste buds.
It is delicious on its own, but try it with honey and butter as well!
Enjoy Vegan Buttermilk!
Making your own vegan buttermilk is not only super easy and super quick but it will also save you a few bucks!
So what are you waiting for? You are now well equipped with the knowledge to go and make your own Vegan Buttermilk.
Hi, my name is Brett White, and I have a passion for cooking, and following a raw diet. Eating raw has completely changed how I view food, and has led me down a much healthier and happier path in life over the last three years.
Through Addicted To Veggies, I want to share with you my favorite raw recipes. From brownie recipes, to recipes containing pumpkin, my site is full of delicious and wonderful options to consider.
