Butterless Sponge Cake
Butterless sponge cake is a lighter and healthier alternative to traditional butter-based sponge cakes, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- optional for dusting Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, applesauce, almond milk, and lemon juice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
- Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.