Vegan Classic Birthday Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Icing

Celebrate any special occasion with this Vegan Classic Birthday Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Icing—a moist and fluffy two-layer dessert that's completely dairy-free and egg-free but packed with indulgent flavor. This plant-based masterpiece features a light and tender vanilla sponge created with vegan buttermilk, made by curdling almond milk with apple cider vinegar, and a touch of fragrant vanilla extract. The crowning glory is an irresistibly creamy vegan vanilla buttercream, whipped to perfection and ready for smooth spreading or playful piping. Perfect for birthdays or any festive gathering, this easy-to-make cake is a show-stopper that even non-vegans will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 3.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup canola oil
• 1 cup vegan butter
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes to curdle and create a vegan buttermilk.

Step 4

Add the curdled almond milk mixture, vanilla extract, and canola oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the cakes are cooling, prepare the vanilla buttercream icing.

Step 9

In a large bowl, beat the vegan butter with an electric mixer until creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 11

Add the almond milk and vanilla extract. Beat until the icing is smooth and fluffy.

Step 12

Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a thick layer of icing on top.

Step 13

Place the second cake layer on top and spread icing over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 14

Decorate as desired and serve. Enjoy your vegan birthday cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1865.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6872.9

Total Fat 296.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5075.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1019.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 772.3g
Protein 33.4g	0%

Vitamin D 142.8IU	0%
Calcium 735.2mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 516.9mg	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: 38.7%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 59.3%