Vegan Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake

Indulge in the perfect blend of simplicity and flavor with this Vegan Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake, a delightful dessert that caters to both dietary needs and taste buds. Made with a combination of gluten-free all-purpose flour, creamy almond milk, and naturally sweetened with applesauce, this cake is moist, fluffy, and utterly irresistible. A touch of pure vanilla extract infuses it with a warm, aromatic sweetness, while melted coconut oil ensures a tender crumb. This recipe is quick to prepare, with only 20 minutes of prep time, and the cakes bake to golden perfection in just 35 minutes. Whether topped with your favorite vegan frosting or enjoyed straight out of the pan, this egg-free, dairy-free masterpiece is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or a decadent treat any day of the week. Perfectly soft and incredibly satisfying, this cake will become your go-to for a guilt-free yet indulgent dessert experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Coconut oil (melted)
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened applesauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk them together until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl or measuring cup, combine the unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir and let it sit for about 5 minutes. This will create a vegan 'buttermilk'.

Step 4

Add the pure vanilla extract and melted coconut oil to the almond milk mixture, stirring until well combined.

Step 5

In another bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and unsweetened applesauce until smooth.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients (almond milk mixture and sugar-applesauce mixture) into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Step 10

Once cooled, you can frost the cake with your favorite vegan icing or enjoy it plain.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1021.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2814.2

Total Fat 124.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2639.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 437.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 218.1g
Protein 7.6g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 454.5mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 236.3mg	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: 38.6%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 60.3%