Description
Enjoy a light and fluffy Vegan Vanilla Cake made with simple plant-based ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is easy to prepare and can be topped with a creamy vegan vanilla frosting for a delightful finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: mixing bowl, whisk, spatula, and two 9-inch round cake pans. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: almond milk, vegetable oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until fully combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Lightly grease the two 9-inch round cake pans with vegetable oil or vegan butter. Optionally, line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- Dust a little flour in each pan, shaking to coat the sides.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
- Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges and invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened vegan butter with a hand mixer or stand mixer until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add almond milk and vanilla extract, mixing until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
- You can customize the frosting by adding cocoa powder for a chocolate version or incorporating fruit purees for different flavors.
- Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes