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Gingerbread Layer Cake

Decadent Gingerbread Layer Cake That's Vegan and Gluten-Free

This Vegan Gingerbread Layer Cake offers comforting flavors and a show-stopping presentation, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gingerbread Sponge Cake
  • 2 cups Teff flour or buckwheat as an alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Ginger powder or fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 cup Apple sauce or pureed dates
  • 1 cup Non-dairy milk almond or soy milk
For the Cranberry Chia Jam
  • 2 cups Cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 2 tablespoons Chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
For the Cashew Frosting
  • 1 cup Raw cashews soaked in water
  • 1/4 cup Coconut oil melted
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
Optional Toppings
  • Fresh fruits e.g., pomegranate seeds or sliced oranges
  • Nuts e.g., chopped pecans or walnuts

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • blender
  • 9-inch round cake tin
  • Saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together teff flour, ginger powder, cinnamon, and baking powder.
  2. In another bowl, mix together apple sauce and non-dairy milk until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cake for 30-35 minutes.
  5. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  6. Prepare the cranberry chia jam by cooking cranberries, maple syrup, and chia seeds for about 10 minutes.
  7. Blend soaked cashews, coconut oil, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  8. Slice the cooled cake in half horizontally, spread jam and frosting between layers, and repeat on top.
  9. Decorate with fresh fruits and nuts for a festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and soak cashews overnight for smooth frosting.

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