Anniversary cake(without milk Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven and prepare the cake pans by greasing them.
• STEP 2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• STEP 3.Add the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, and water. Mix until well combined.
• STEP 4.Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
• STEP 5.Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• STEP 6.Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• STEP 7.While the cakes are cooling, prepare the dairy-free frosting by beating together dairy-free margarine, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• STEP 8.Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake.
• STEP 9.Decorate the cake as desired with fresh fruits, chocolate shavings, or edible flowers.
• STEP 10.Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
• STEP 11.Serve the anniversary cake chilled and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
• For a more festive touch, consider adding food coloring to the frosting.
• If you prefer a sweeter cake, you can add a layer of fruit preserves between the cake layers.
• To make the cake gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of regular flour.

Storage and Serving

• Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Before serving, let the cake sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes to soften slightly.
• Serve the anniversary cake as is or with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream for an extra treat.