Pantry Staple Baking Recipes

Since most of us are home the majority of the time right now – and some might not be able to leave for a few weeks – we’ve put together a collection of recipes made with non-perishable ingredients and common pantry staples. We’ll be adding to this list in the coming weeks, and adding new recipes to BAKED using these types of ingredients over the next while.

As we’re currently living in less certain times, with so many of us spending most of our time at home, baking can be a great comfort. Maybe you have a bit more time saved from no commute or just feel like baking more right now. We get it, because we’re all in the same boat – and we love to bake!

These simple pantry recipes for baking with whatever’s in the house, from sourdough to doughnuts. These recipes rely on shelf-stable pantry staples like flour, sugar, and salt, with some butter and other ingredients that can be easily stored in the freezer. Alongside the recipes are some ideas on substitutions and baking with alternative ingredients.

We’ve also added a new pantry friendly recipes section on the blog which we’ll keep updated over the coming period with new recipes.

Vegan Chocolate Cake

This one bowl vegan chocolate cake is the perfect snacking cake for any occasion! With no eggs, dairy, or butter required, you probably have everything you need to make it right now. We finish the cake with a vegan chocolate frosting (made with mashed sweet potatoes!) for a rich, creamy finish.

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Sourdough Crackers

Sourdough crackers are one of our favourite sourdough discard recipes. Try them with our homemade Za'atar or any other flavours you like!

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Easiest Vegan Banana Bread

The easiest vegan banana bread! Made with just one bowl, this wholesome
walnut and chocolate banana bread will surely become a family favourite.

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Classic Rice Krispie Treats

Nothing compares to classic Rice Krispie treats! Here’s a foolproof recipe that’s a million times better than any store-bought version.

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Vegan Carrot Cake

A simple vegan carrot cake with orange and cardamon and a maple sweetened coconut icing. Just the thing for afternoon coffee or spring holidays.

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Vegan Bran Muffins

Lightly sweetened, these small-batch vegan bran muffins are made extra flavourful with the addition of orange juice.

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Vegan Soda Bread

This vegan soda bread features oats and dairy-free butter for a non-traditional but delicious loaf! A bit like a giant biscuit, soda bread is a great alternative to yeasted breads.

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Chewy Vegan Ginger Cookies

Chewy vegan ginger cookies are lightly sweetened with coconut sugar and molasses. Cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon add warming notes.

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Multi-Seed Oat Flour Crackers

Multi-seed oat flour crackers are made with only a few ingredients, and are so easy to make! You may never buy boxed crackers again.

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Sourdough Waffles

Sourdough waffles made using discard from your starter – no need for any additional leavening, and fluffy, crisp, and flavourful waffles. This recipe is lightly adapted from Alexandra's spelt sourdough waffles.

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2-Minute Food Processor Pizza Dough (+ a Truffled Mushroom Pizza)

This 2-Minute Food Processor Pizza Dough recipe makes 3 thin and chewy, New York-style pizza crusts in the blink of an eye.

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Easy Focaccia Recipe + 40 Focaccia Topping Ideas

Today we’re sharing an Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe where all you need is (a lot of) olive oil, some focaccia toppings, one hour to rise, and 25 minutes to bake. Also included is a list of 40 Focaccia Topping Ideas to help get you started.

How to Make Granola with Whatever is in Your Pantry

Remember that the ingredients are listed in parts, so the cups are a guide. Feel free to halve the recipe if you are just looking to test something out.

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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

Simple vegan chocolate cupcakes with an easy vanilla buttercream! These are a great go-to recipe anytime you need a good vegan dessert.

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Vegan Vanilla Cake

A light, soft, and flavourful vegan vanilla cake using a single bowl method. This is a very flexible recipe, with a number of options to suit you.

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Chocolate Chunk Tahini Cookies

Vegan and gluten-free tahini cookies with chocolate chunks, made with oat flour and brown sugar for an easy and healthy-ish sweet treat.

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If you make any of these pantry recipes, let us know by tagging @baked_theblog + #bakedtheblog on Instagram! We love to feel like we’re in the kitchen with you.