Celebrate in style with this stunning Vegan Red Velvet Cake—moist, velvety layers with that signature crimson hue, paired with luscious dairy-free cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or whenever you crave a showstopping dessert that’s 100% plant-based!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- ⅔ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp vegan red food coloring
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup vegan butter, softened
- 8 oz vegan cream cheese (cold)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Decoration:
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries
- Vegan white chocolate shavings
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round pans.
2️⃣ Make the Cake:
- Whisk dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa, salt) in a bowl.
- In another bowl, mix wet ingredients (milk, oil, vinegar, vanilla, food coloring).
- Combine wet and dry mixtures until smooth (don’t overmix).
- Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
3️⃣ Make the Frosting:
- Beat vegan butter and cream cheese until fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla. Whip until smooth.
4️⃣ Assemble:
- Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread with frosting.
- Top with second layer. Frost entire cake and decorate with berries.
