Lactose-Free Red Velvet Banana Bread Muffins
The perfect easy dessert, brimming with deliciousness – banana bread has become an icon amongst home cooks, and this red velvet recipe takes it one step further. Vibrant, sweet and satisfying red velvet banana bread muffins are layered with a light, creamy frosting, delivering flavour with impact, and without any of the lactose.
Ingredients
Banana bread muffins
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Bananas
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3 |
|---|---|
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Eggs
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2 |
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Vanilla extract
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1 tbsp |
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Date syrup
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70 g |
| 40 g | |
| 30 g | |
| 50 ml | |
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Red food colouring
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1 tsp |
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Wholemeal flour
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185 g |
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Cocoa powder
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15 g |
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Bicarbonate of soda
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1 tsp |
Frosting
| 100 g | |
| 25 g | |
| 50 g | |
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Caster sugar
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10 g |
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Vanilla extract
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2 tsp |
Instructions
Banana muffins
Frosting
Recipe tips
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We’ve used muffin cases and a muffin tin for our recipe, but if you’re looking to create a more impactful, super neat finish, try using individual mini cake moulds. Simply make the banana bread mix as usual, grease the moulds and bake until a toothpick comes out clean when poked through the centre. Layer each cake with frosting as usual for perfect, highly impressive mini banana bread cakes.
An easy rule to use to check whether your bananas are good for banana bread is: the uglier the better. Anything from spotted to heavily spotted or even black work well, but make sure the banana is still safe to eat and not rotten before using. The blacker the banana, the longer its natural sugars have been developing, giving your banana bread extra flavour and sweetness. That’s why banana bread is such a great, easy baking recipe – it doesn’t let any bananas go to waste.
As the frosting contains soft cheese, cream and yogurt, it’s best to keep it cool in the fridge until ready to use. Simply store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, then re-whip and layer over your muffins just before serving.
FAQ: Questions about Lactose-Free Red Velvet Banana Bread Muffins
Satisfy that sweet tooth craving with this simple lactose-free red velvet recipe. Browse our frequently asked questions before you get started to make sure these banana bread muffins hit the spot.
Can I bake this as a loaf instead of muffins?
Yes, but bear in mind the bake time may differ. Make sure to test it’s cooked before removing from the oven by poking a cocktail stick into the centre – if it comes out dry, it’s cooked.
What can I use instead of date syrup?
Maple syrup or even honey will also work at the same ratio.
Can I use normal flour instead of wholemeal?
You need wholemeal flour for this recipe due to the high levels of liquid. Wholemeal flour absorbs this liquid better than other flour, which allows for the muffins to cook properly.
Nutritional values per serving
Energy:
78 Kcal
| Energy distribution % | Nutritional values per serving | |
|---|---|---|
| Fibre | - | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 10 % | 1.9 g |
| Fat | 30.8 % | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 59.2 % | 11.3 g |
For a sweet treat to satisfy, try Lactose-Free Red Velvet Banana Bread Muffins
Red velvet is rich, sweet, totally irresistible and delivers on drama, with its rich red colour and contrasting frosting – but this recipe takes it one step further. Combining this all-American classic with the humble, much-loved banana bread creates a true delight, perfect for quenching that evening sweet-treat craving.
Whether you’re a baking pro or just dipping your toe, this easy red velvet recipe is a great one to try – it’s ideal for serving up to friends or enjoying as a solo snack, and it’s the perfect solution to making your classic banana bread totally lactose free.
Cream cheese – the best frosting for red velvet
Light, tangy and uplifting, cream cheese frosting is the perfect pairing to lighten the rich decadence of red velvet, and if you’re looking for how to make lactose-free cream cheese frosting, you’re in the right place. It’s a doddle to make, and it tastes just as delicious and creamy as your classic cream cheese topping.
Made a little too much? Red velvet isn’t the only partnership for this luscious layer – carrot cake, chocolate stout cake and zesty lemon cake are great options to explore when you’ve made too much. Its freshness complements the warming, deep, citrussy flavours of all three of these varieties, making for a true taste experience.
Whether you’re baking for a special day or simply making a little something to satisfy, cream cheese frosting is the versatile crown of plenty of tasty cakes.
A World of Sweet Treat Possibilities
Looking for more ways to enjoy cream cheese for your little indulgences? Discover our range of sweet recipes, concocted with fresh, fruity, satisfying flavours and, of course, a good helping of Arla LactoFREE Soft Cheese.
From classic summer cheesecakes to showstopping avocado and matcha layer cakes, we have recipes perfect for any occasion, each one just as delicious and lactose-free as this one.
