Heavenly 3-Layer Vegan Cake Recipe: A Decadent and Guilt-Free Celebration Treat

Heavenly 3-Layer Vegan Cake Recipe: A Decadent and Guilt-Free Celebration Treat

Summary:
This Heavenly 3-Layer Vegan Cake Recipe is a delightful and guilt-free treat, perfect for any celebration. Whether you’re hosting a birthday, anniversary, or special event, this luxurious vegan cake will impress your guests with its moist layers and creamy plant-based frosting. It’s rich in flavor but light in texture, making it the perfect indulgence without compromising your health or ethical values. Enjoy a blend of delicious sweetness and cruelty-free ingredients that everyone, vegan or not, will adore.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 12 slices

Calories: 250 calories per serving

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Vegan, American

Equipment:

• 3 8-inch round cake pans
• Electric mixer or hand whisk
• Spatula
• Mixing bowls
• Cooling racks
• Parchment paper

For the Cake Layers:

Ingredients: For Vegan Cake Recipe

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
• 1 cup organic sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt

For the Vegan Frosting:

• 1 cup vegan butter
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Toppings:

• Fresh berries
• Edible flowers
• Shaved coconut

Instructions: For Vegan Cake Recipe

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease your 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes to curdle slightly.
• Slowly stir in the sugar and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

3. Bake the Cake Layers:

• Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared cake pans.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Prepare the Vegan Frosting:

• In a mixing bowl, beat the vegan butter using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, while continuing to mix on low speed.
• Pour in the almond milk and vanilla extract, and beat on medium-high speed until the frosting is creamy and smooth.

5. Assemble the Cake:

• Once the cake layers are fully cooled, spread a generous layer of frosting on top of the first cake layer.
• Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process.
• Finally, frost the sides and top of the entire cake. For a decorative touch, use a spatula or piping bag to create swirls or patterns.

6. Add Optional Toppings:

• Decorate the cake with fresh berries, edible flowers, or shaved coconut for an elegant finish.

Heavenly 3-Layer Vegan Cake Recipe: A Decadent and Guilt-Free Celebration Treat

Notes:

• Customization: You can replace almond milk with any other plant-based milk like soy or oat milk, and experiment with different frostings like chocolate or lemon.
• Storage: This vegan cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.
• Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version of this cake.

Conclusion:

This Heavenly 3-Layer Vegan Cake proves that a vegan dessert can be both delicious and indulgent. The fluffy texture and creamy frosting make it the ultimate celebration treat, while the plant-based ingredients ensure it’s ethical and cruelty-free. Looking for more vegan dessert ideas? Check out other recipes on AllRecipes or Minimalist Baker for more inspiration.

Heavenly 3-Layer Vegan Cake Recipe: A Decadent and Guilt-Free Celebration Treat

This Heavenly 3-Layer Vegan Cake Recipe is a delightful and guilt-free treat, perfect for any celebration. Whether you’re hosting a birthday, anniversary, or special event, this luxurious vegan cake will impress your guests with its moist layers and creamy plant-based frosting. It’s rich in flavor but light in texture, making it the perfect indulgence without compromising your health or ethical values. Enjoy a blend of delicious sweetness and cruelty-free ingredients that everyone, vegan or not, will adore.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

• 3 8-inch round cake pans
• Electric mixer or hand whisk
• Spatula
• Mixing bowls
• Cooling racks
• Parchment paper

Ingredients

  

• For the Cake Layers:
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups almond milk or any plant-based milk
• 1 cup organic sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• For the Vegan Frosting:
• 1 cup vegan butter
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional Toppings:
• Fresh berries
• Edible flowers
• Shaved coconut

Instructions

 

• Preheat the Oven:
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease your 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
• Prepare the Cake Batter:
• In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes to curdle slightly.
• Slowly stir in the sugar and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
• Bake the Cake Layers:
• Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared cake pans.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Prepare the Vegan Frosting:
• In a mixing bowl, beat the vegan butter using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, while continuing to mix on low speed.
• Pour in the almond milk and vanilla extract, and beat on medium-high speed until the frosting is creamy and smooth.
• Assemble the Cake:
• Once the cake layers are fully cooled, spread a generous layer of frosting on top of the first cake layer.
• Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process.
• Finally, frost the sides and top of the entire cake. For a decorative touch, use a spatula or piping bag to create swirls or patterns.
• Add Optional Toppings:
• Decorate the cake with fresh berries, edible flowers, or shaved coconut for an elegant finish.

Notes

Customization: You can replace almond milk with any other plant-based milk like soy or oat milk, and experiment with different frostings like chocolate or lemon.
Storage: This vegan cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.
Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version of this cake.