Despite some extra effort and imperfect colors, the taste was worth it. Even those preferring boxed cake loved it, and athletes avoided GI distress.
Paleo, Vegan, whatever tickles your pickle- the ingredients can easily be adjusted to fit your needs! Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 17 minutes Servings 10 people
Clean Cake, Birthday Style
1 cup coconut sugar 1 cup melted coconut oil 4 eggs Chia or flax eggs 1 1/2 cups "buttermilk" 1 TBSP vanilla extract 1 cup almond flour 2 3/4 cup cassava flour 3/4 tsp baking soda
Ingredients
2 sticks Kerrygold (grass-fed) butter 1.5 cups coconut sugar 2/3 cup almond milk 1 TBSP vanilla extract 3-4 cups confectionary sugar
The Best Homemade Frosting of Your Life
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease four 6-inch round baking pans. Mix apple cider vinegar into almond or coconut milk. Blend oil, vanilla, and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one by one.
Instructions
Whisk flour and baking soda in a separate bowl. Slowly add dry mix to wet mix, alternating with buttermilk. Pour batter evenly into the 4 cake pans.
Instructions
For the rainbow effect, add different colors to each pan until desired vibrancy, preferably dark. Natural food coloring fades when baked, so generous amounts are needed.
Instructions
Bake for 15-20 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness. Once cooled, level cakes for easier stacking.
Instructions
Be sure to read all the side notes in the recipe as the ingredients can be modified in a number of ways to fit your dietary needs. You can also use store-bought frosting like Miss Jones.
Explore the recipe and customize it to fit your dietary needs. Don't forget to check out the recommended frosting options mentioned in the side notes.