Heart-Healthy Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this *Heart-Healthy Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake*! Perfect for special occasions or everyday treats, this cake boasts a moist, tender crumb while prioritizing wholesome ingredients. Made with a blend of gluten-free all-purpose and almond flour, it’s naturally gluten-free and packed with a subtle nutty flavor. Unsweetened applesauce and extra virgin olive oil keep the cake moist without the need for butter or excessive sugar, while coconut sugar and pure vanilla extract lend a warm, aromatic sweetness. With unsweetened almond milk and a short prep time of just 20 minutes, this easy recipe proves that healthy and delicious can go hand in hand! Whether you frost it with a heart-healthy option or serve it plain, this cake is sure to delight your taste buds and support your dietary goals. Ideal for those seeking a gluten-free dessert or a mindful twist on a classic vanilla cake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Coconut sugar
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly until foamy. Add the applesauce, vanilla extract, coconut sugar, almond milk, and olive oil. Mix well to combine.
Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, the cake layers can be frosted with your favorite heart-healthy frosting or enjoyed plain for a simple treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.5 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3706 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 427.4 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 197.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 640 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 432 mg | 9% | |
*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.
