Description
This Vanilla Cake is a moist and fluffy plant-based treat with a delicate crumb and rich natural vanilla flavor. Easy to make and customizable, it’s perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or any occasion requiring a classic sweet delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder (natural gelling agent)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based milk (such as almond, oat, or soy)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare Your Baking Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your cake pan with vegetable oil or line it with parchment paper to ensure the cake releases easily after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder (natural gelling agent) to combine evenly and prevent lumps.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the plant-based milk, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, vanilla extract (natural), and apple cider vinegar until smooth and well mixed.
- Bring Wet and Dry Ingredients Together: Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the batter light and fluffy.
- Bake Until Golden: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove the cake and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before removing from the pan.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based milk and oil to blend ingredients seamlessly and avoid lumps.
- Stir just until ingredients come together to maintain the cake’s tender crumb.
- Check your oven temperature with an oven thermometer for consistent baking results.
- Allow the cake to cool fully before frosting or cutting to prevent crumbling.
- For the best aroma and flavor, choose pure, high-quality vanilla extract (natural).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vanilla cake, plant-based cake, easy vanilla cake, moist vanilla cake, vegan cake, dairy-free cake, egg-free cake
