Description
This Vanilla Cream Cake with Quick Caramel Frosting is a luscious, plant-based dessert featuring moist vanilla cake layers paired with a smooth vanilla cream filling and a glossy, rich caramel frosting. Easy to prepare and versatile, it suits any occasion from casual dinners to celebrations, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (natural)
Vanilla Cream Filling
- 1 cup creamy plant-based dairy
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (natural)
Quick Caramel Frosting
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter: Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the plant-based butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the flour mixture alternating with plant-based milk, starting and ending with the flour. Stir in the pure vanilla extract (natural) gently until combined and smooth.
- Bake the cake layers: Divide the batter evenly between two greased cake pans. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and let the layers cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the vanilla cream filling: Whip the creamy plant-based dairy until smooth and airy. Lightly sweeten with powdered sugar if desired, and add a touch more vanilla extract (natural) to amplify flavor. This filling will be spread between the cooled cake layers for a luscious texture.
- Make the quick caramel frosting: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, plant-based cream, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Stir constantly until the mixture thickens to a rich caramel consistency. Add natural gelling agent to ensure smoothness and allow the frosting to cool slightly before spreading.
- Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on your serving plate and spread a generous amount of vanilla cream filling evenly. Top with the second cake layer and cover the entire cake with the quick caramel frosting. Smooth the surface with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
- Ensure butter and plant-based milk are at room temperature for effortless mixing.
- Spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it off to avoid a dense cake.
- Chill your bowl and beaters beforehand to achieve maximum fluffiness when whipping the cream filling.
- Stir the caramel constantly to prevent burning and achieve a smooth finish.
- Refrigerate assembled cake before serving to maintain shape and enhance flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vanilla cream cake, quick caramel frosting, plant-based dessert, dairy-free cake, easy cake recipe, caramel frosting