Dairy-Free Cherry Cake
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Dairy-Free Cherry Cake, a moist and beautifully tender dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like fresh, juicy cherries, unsweetened applesauce, and creamy almond milk, this cake boasts natural sweetness and a delightful hint of lemon zest for a refreshing finish. Coconut sugar and melted coconut oil make it entirely dairy-free and refined sugar-free, catering to plant-based and lactose-intolerant diets without compromising on taste. Perfectly baked into golden perfection, this cherry-studded creation is easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time, making it a go-to treat for busy bakers. Serve it as a simple yet elegant dessert or pair it with your favorite dairy-free whipped cream for a truly indulgent experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1.5 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan, then line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut sugar, unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the almond milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the pitted and halved cherries and the lemon zest using a spatula, ensuring the cherries are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with the spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Once cooled, slice and enjoy your delicious dairy-free cherry cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3108 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.1 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.0 g | 495% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2851 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 493.1 g | 179% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.9 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 941 mg | 20% | |
*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.
