Treat yourself to a slice of indulgence with this Grain-Free Red Velvet Cake! Rich, moist, and beautifully vibrant, this cake is perfect for celebrations or just a sweet day at home. Plus, it’s a delightful twist for those avoiding grains. Let’s bake!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Servings: About 8-10 slices
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups almond flour
– 1/2 cup cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
– 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon red food coloring (or beet juice for natural coloring)
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
For the cream cheese frosting:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup butter, softened
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar (or to taste)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, vanilla extract, food coloring, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
7. For the frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Slice and enjoy this delicious Grain-Free Red Velvet Cake for any occasion! It’s a delightful way to indulge without the grains! 🍰❤️✨