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vegan sheet cake

Vegan Sheet Cake

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This easy sheet cake recipe is perfect for any small crowd or event.
It’s super easy to make, absolutely scrumptious and is healthy too!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 33 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 slices
Calories 120.7 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour *Or substitute 1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour and 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour instead*
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 cup + 2 1/2 tbsp sugar add another 1/2 tbsp if you’d like
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional but highly recommended) 1/4 tsp should be sufficient, but you can add an additional 1/4 tsp if preferred.
  • 2 tbsp organic canola oil or use a tbsp each of oil and melted butter for great flavor
  • 2 1/4 cups + 2 tbsp unsweetened dairy-free or dairy milk add an additional 1 1/2 to 2 tbsp extra if necessary..

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease and set aside a 13x9 inch baking pan or dish.
  • Add all of the dry ingredients* (flour - sugar) to a large mixing bowl.
    *I would suggest that you sift them together*
    Combine thoroughly using a stainless steel fork until all large lumps are gone.
  • Add in your wet ingredients (apple cider vinegar - milk).
    Combine with the fork until mostly smooth with smallish lumps remaining.
    Add the batter to the prepared baking dish evenly.
  • Bake for around 33-35 minutes, or until tested with a toothpick in the middle.
    Allow to cool fully before frosting.
  • *Healthy Vanilla Frosting Ingredients and Preparation*
    1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
    2 tbsp softened butter
    1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
    5 1/2 + an extra 1/2 tsp milk of your choice
    Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl on medium-high with a hand mixer.
    It should take no longer than 2-3 minutes till completely smooth. Add a bit more milk if necessary.
  • Storage Instructions:
    This cake is best at room temp right before serving it.
    Otherwise, it’s best to store it in the fridge for 2-4 days. If the room is too warm, the frosting doesn’t hold up too well.
    **To serve: allow the cake to sit for 15-20 minutes after taking out of the fridge till it’s at room temperature**
Keyword cake recipe, dairy free, easy recipe, healthy dessert, vegan cake