Welcome to a world of sweet indulgence!
In recent years, vegan baking has gained immense popularity, catering to those who embrace a compassionate lifestyle or have dietary restrictions. The beauty of vegan baking lies in its ability to create delicious treats without the use of eggs, dairy, or other animal-based ingredients. With the advancements in plant-based alternatives and innovative techniques, vegan cakes have become a culinary masterpiece, such as Vegan Vanilla Cake!
Creating a vegan vanilla cake is an art that requires a delicate balance of ingredients and techniques. Instead of using eggs, plant-based substitutes like cornstarch or vinegar create the perfect binding agent. Dairy milk is replaced with a variety of plant-based alternatives such as almond, coconut, or oat milk, providing moisture and richness to the cake. To achieve that classic vanilla flavor, pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste is always used.
One of the challenges in vegan baking is achieving the desired moistness in cakes. However, with a few tricks up your sleeve, you can create a moist and tender vegan vanilla cake. But we got it!
Before you start Baking Vegan Vanilla Cake…
Here’s some quick vegan baking tips!
To ensure that your vegan vanilla cake turns out perfectly every time, here are some tips to keep in mind:
- Use high-quality ingredients, including pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.
- Don’t overmix the batter, as this can lead to a tough texture.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting or decorating.
- Experiment with different plant-based milks to find your preferred flavor and texture.
- The fridge is your friend!
- Have fun with the decorating process and let your creativity shine!
- Bake in a stress-free environment!
Now BAKE!
Vegan Vanilla Cake
Equipment
- 3 - 6" cake pans
Ingredients
Vegan Cake
- 32 g cornstarch tapioca or arrowroot works
- 350 g raw sugar vegan friendly
- 350 g AP Flour
- 160 ml oil neutral, any
- 500 ml non-dairy milk look for non-dairy milk under milk substitutes post
- 2 tsp. vinegar white or apple
- 1½ tsp. vanilla extract
- 1½ tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. salt
Vegan Buttercream Frosting
- 226 g vegan butter
- 2 oz. vegan cream cheese
- 1½ tsp. clear vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar vegan friendly
Instructions
Cake
- Preheat oven to 330F.
- In a mixing bow, place the sugar, salt, flour, cornstarch and baking powder and soda. Mix well for a light crumble.
- Add the vanilla, and mix.
- Slowly add the oil, then the milk and vinegar.
- Place in 3, 6" pans or two 8" pans. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick can stick the cake and be removed cleanly.
Vegan Buttercream
- In a mixing bowl, add the vegan butter and cream cheese. Cream for 5 minutes until mixed well together.
- Add the clear vanilla.
- Mix the powdered sugar into the mix, and mix on high speed, until well combined nd stable.
Nutrition
How was it!?
Indulging in a slice of vegan vanilla cake is a delightful experience that showcases the versatility and deliciousness of plant-based baking. By embracing this cruelty-free treat, you not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also contribute to a more sustainable and compassionate world. So go ahead and give this vegan vanilla cake a try – your taste buds will thank you!
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