Dairy-Free Mixed Berry Cake

This Dairy-Free Mixed Berry Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert bursting with juicy strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, all in a light, tender crumb. Perfect for those with dietary restrictions, this recipe swaps traditional dairy ingredients for almond milk and unsweetened applesauce, delivering a cake that's as wholesome as it is delicious. A touch of lemon zest enhances the natural sweetness of the berries, while a simple dusting of powdered sugar makes for an elegant finishing touch. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and no fancy equipment required, this easy-to-make cake is ideal for weeknight treats, potlucks, or a vibrant springtime celebration. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a dollop of coconut whipped cream, this dairy-free delight is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1.5 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• None powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat together the sugar, applesauce, and vegetable oil until well combined.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and almond milk to the wet ingredients, stirring until mixed.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the mixed berries and lemon zest, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1181.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2434.1

Total Fat 58.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2263.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 462.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 259.6g
Protein 29.4g	0%

Vitamin D 78.1IU	0%
Calcium 502.0mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 833.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.1%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 74.2%