Vegan Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake
Celebrate any special occasion guilt-free with this Vegan Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake, a soft and fluffy dessert that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat! Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and unsweetened almond milk, this cake achieves its tender crumb with the perfect balance of vegan-friendly ingredients, including applesauce for a natural moisture boost. The combination of apple cider vinegar and baking soda creates a light, airy rise, while a double dose of vanilla adds irresistible aroma and flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep and bakes to golden perfection in 35 minutes. Perfectly versatile, it pairs beautifully with a vegan buttercream frosting or a vibrant fruit garnish, making it the ultimate plant-based centerpiece for birthdays, parties, or any time you crave a classic vanilla treat.
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
In another mixing bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to curdle slightly.
Step 4
Add the vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and applesauce to the almond milk mixture. Whisk until all wet ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Step 5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently mix with a spatula until no large lumps remain. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can cause the cake to become dense.
Step 6
Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 8
Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, turn the cakes out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once the cakes are completely cool, you can frost and decorate them as desired. A simple vanilla vegan buttercream or a fresh fruit topping works wonderfully.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1242.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3281.9 |
| Total Fat 112.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 68.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3384.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 552.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 313.3g | |
| Protein 33.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 131.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 681.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 569.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories