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Best Healthy Vanilla Birthday Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 350
A light and healthy vanilla birthday cake made with wholesome ingredients and topped with delicious frosting, perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 6 large egg whites egg whites (not the full egg)
  • 7 Tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 0.5 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (room temperature)
  • 1.33 cups oat milk or any milk (room temperature)
  • 0.75 cup maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Frosting

  • 1-2 batches healthy vanilla buttercream frosting
  • 1-2 batches dairy-free chocolate frosting

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line cake pans with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; set aside. In the same bowl, beat butter and yogurt until smooth, then add maple syrup and vanilla.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture on low speed. Gently fold in egg whites.
  • Divide batter into pans and bake for 20-25 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Ensure egg whites are whipped to stiff peaks for best volume.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: birthday cake, Healthy, vanilla