Hi Everyone! Happy Easter and Resurrection Day to those of you who are religious and celebrate this amazing holiday. Growing up, Easter was one of my favorite holidays. This was the time of the year that signified spring, celebrating Jesus’s resurrection (especially coming from a Christian background), and family. Every Easter my family attends church and then spend the rest of the day building memories together, enjoying the signs of spring, and of course eating a lot of yummy foods and treats.
I was given the luxury of bringing a dessert for Easter Sunday. Once I found out I had dessert duty, I was so excited! My dish that I prepared was a Chocolate Chip Vegan Cheesecake. Some of you may be thinking, “doesn’t sound appetizing.” Believe me, my family enjoyed it! They are not always the easiest crowd to please either. So I promise you if they found this dish to be delicious to the point that there was none left, you will enjoy it too!
I, or none of my family members are specifically vegan. I made this recipe mainly because of the ingredients that are used, and because most of us, including myself are lactose intolerant. A complete “dairy-free,” cheesecake! So, what does it mean to be lactose intolerant? People who are lactose intolerant cannot tolerate dairy products well, and therefore must limit it in their diet.
Lactose is known as the carbohydrate (sugar) found in milk. When you are lactose intolerant, your body experiences a lactose deficiency where a normal lactose enzyme splits lactose into glucose and galactose. In the absence, lactase remains intact exerting pressure. Water is drawn into the intestines to dilute the load causing abdominal distention which is commonly known as cramps and diarreah. Then bacteria ferments the lactose releasing a gassy feeling. As a result, most people who are lactose intolerant have to follow a lactose-free diet. Things that can be consumed are aged cheese because there are low amounts of lactose, and yogurt because of the probiotics which break down lactose.
The sky is the limit, and with so many allergy and food sensitive friendly products out there in the market, you can still enjoy your favorite foods without feeling awful after. Finding this recipe, I must say, I fell in love. Cheesecake is my favorite dessert and I can finally enjoy it again without feeling sick after. The best part is the recipe is fairly easy to make.
Now, tell me what is your favorite Easter dish or dessert!?
Link to recipe: Enjoy!
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