![]() I actually set out to make a simple chocolate dairy-free and vegan frosting, but this really did turn out like soft, sweet pillows of milk chocolate! It was definitely a pleasant surprise. Did you know that dairy-free ice cream and frosting are pure heaven together? A sugar bomb, yes, but oh so worth it. We did end up eating the leftover frosting with a spoon, sandwiched between graham crackers (just me, we didn’t have any gluten-free ones on hand), and as an ice cream topping. This milky, chocolaty vegan frosting however, IS ‘da bomb (yeah, I know I’m definitely not cool) … I mean, they were fine as a simple vessel for this truly amazing milk chocolate vegan frosting, but I would never make them again. To make it a complete package, I decided to trial a grain-free chocolate cupcake recipe for his gluten-free needs. Little did I know at that moment (he told me later) that he would have been happy with the vegan frosting and a spoon. So I happily headed to the kitchen to whip up a batch of creamy vegan frosting. Typically, I’m the one who would rather pile a big heap of creamy frosting on a graham cracker and call it a birthday cake, while he used to be happy with the cake alone. Since we are making vanilla icing, vanilla extract is an essential part of what gives this icing it’s sweet, vanilla flavor.For the first time ever, Tony was craving frosting, not cake (yes, the man has a big sweet tooth). ![]() Not only is the flavor stronger, but it’s also packed with the most antioxidants and minerals! Vanilla Extract is Essential to Vanilla Frosting! If vegan, stick to the maple, otherwise, feel free to swap for honey!Īs a tip, look for the darkest pure maple syrup you can find. Maple syrup serves as a nutrient-dense sugar swap in this icing. Raisins are full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and are a great whole foods sweetener option for baked goods and other desserts! Look for organic, no added sugar, sulphite-free yellow raisins here! Maple Syrup as a Second Natural Sweetener Plus, it’s just delicious, and offers a mild coconut flavor that is delicious in so many diverse recipes! Yellow Raisins is a Natural Sweetener It’s also how we made our Vegan Mayonnaise Recipe! Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Replaces Pounds of ButterĮxtra virgin coconut oil contains healthy fatty acids, particularly medium-chain triglycerides which can help reduce inflammation, aid in weight loss, and contribute to brain health! They’re a great option when searching for a clean, creamy rich base. Macadamia nuts are high in monounsaturated fats, which help to lower bad cholesterol (LDL), decrease inflammation, contribute to heart health, and so much more! Here are the main ingredients: Raw Macadamia Nuts Make This Frosting Creamy Loaded with healthy fats, and whole foods, you can have your cake, and eat it too! Literally. The best thing about this Vanilla Frosting recipe is that it’s actually incredibly nutrient dense, all the while being equally as delicious as its sugary counterpart. While these ingredients are an easy way to make frosting, with a little creativity, you can create an equally as delicious version completely clean! How to Make this Healthy Vanilla Frosting Recipe Click here to read why we don’t believe milk does the body good! Instead, we choose dairy-free alternatives to cheese, milk, butter, and other dairy-based products. However, here at Clean Cuisine, we don’t believe dairy has any positive impact on the body. And then, of course, if you’re buying frosting off the shelf, there are many other concerning ingredients on that list. This is because frosting’s main ingredients are basically just butter, powdered sugar, and milk. ![]() ![]() Like mentioned above, healthy frosting can be difficult to come by. Oh, and if you’re wondering, this recipe is paleo, SCD, vegan, gluten and dairy-free! Conventional Frosting is Not Healthy ![]() With only a few ingredients, and less than 10 minutes, you can whip up a thick vanilla frosting to top any dessert this holiday. ![]()
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