Description
Small-batch Vegan Strawberry Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the light, fluffy texture of cake. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or an afternoon treat. With its vibrant color and scrumptious flavor, this cake will be the highlight of your gathering. Enjoy a slice that’s not just delicious but also brings joy to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup almond milk, unsweetened
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a small round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Wash and hull the strawberries; slice them thinly, reserving a few whole for decoration.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Gently fold in half of the sliced strawberries into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with powdered sugar or serving plain.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg