Description
Master the art of gluten-free baking with this ultimate guide to creating a moist, flavorful gluten-free cake that rivals traditional recipes. Perfect for home cooks of all levels, this tutorial provides step-by-step instructions, essential tips, and delicious variations.
Ingredients
- Gluten-Free Flour Blend: A blend of rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch works well.
- Almond Flour: Adds moisture and a slightly nutty flavor.
- Xanthan Gum: Helps bind the ingredients and improves the cake’s texture.
- Sugar: Use granulated sugar or caster sugar for sweetness.
- Eggs: Provide structure and richness.
- Butter or Oil: Adds moisture and flavor.
- Milk or Dairy-Free Alternative: Almond milk, soy milk, or regular milk work well.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor.
- Baking Powder: Leavening agent to help the cake rise.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the other flavors.
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by measuring them accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually add the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and salt, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into a greased and gluten-free floured cake pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for easier blending.
- Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
- Consider adding extra moisture with applesauce or sour cream.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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