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American Flag Cake

American Flag Cake

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This American Flag Cake is a stunning, vibrant dessert that captures the spirit of celebration, especially during Independence Day! With layers of red, white, and blue, this vegan cake combines delightful fruity flavors—lemon, strawberry, and almond—to create a refreshing treat that’s perfect for gatherings and picnics. Not only visually appealing but also easy to customize, this cake serves up to 22 people, making it an impressive centerpiece for any festive occasion. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or attending a picnic, this cake is sure to wow your friends and family with its delicious taste and beautiful presentation.

  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: Serves approximately 22 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 300 grams unsweetened dairy free milk
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 460 grams organic flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 250 grams granulated sugar
  • 170 grams salted vegan butter
  • 190 grams unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Juice from 1 lemon + 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 130 grams strawberry jam
  • 12 tsp pitaya food coloring powder + 1 tsp beet powder
  • 200 grams unsweetened dairy free milk
  • 310 grams all-purpose flour or gluten-free 1:1 baking flour
  • 165 grams granulated sugar
  • 114 grams salted vegan butter
  • 130 grams unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 3 tsp Blue Butterfly Pea Flower Powder
  • 1 cup vegan butter
  • 1 cup vegan cream cheese
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare seven 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. Combine dairy-free milk and apple cider vinegar for vegan buttermilk; let sit.
  3. For each cake layer (white, red, blue), cream together the vegan butter and sugar; add wet ingredients followed by dry ingredients.
  4. Bake each cake layer for 27-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  5. Prepare frosting by creaming vegan butter and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar.
  6. Assemble layers (red on bottom) with frosting in between each layer. Chill before serving.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 90 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg