Baking a Milk-Free Cake: A Simple Recipe

You can make a delicious milk-free cake by substituting dairy milk with non-dairy alternatives like almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk. Here's a simple recipe for a milk-free cake:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup non-dairy milk (e.g., almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the non-dairy milk (e.g., almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk) with the apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for a few minutes to curdle slightly. This acts as a dairy-free buttermilk replacement.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

4. Add Wet Ingredients: To the bowl with the non-dairy milk mixture, add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Mix well.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as it can make the cake dense.

6. Pour into Pan: Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.

7. Bake: Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Frost (Optional): Once the cake has cooled, you can frost it with your favorite milk-free frosting. There are many dairy-free frosting recipes available, or you can purchase pre-made dairy-free frosting at stores.

10. Slice and Serve: Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy your homemade milk-free cake!

This recipe provides a basic vanilla cake that you can customize with your preferred frosting, fillings, or flavors. It's suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have dairy allergies, and it tastes just as delicious as a traditional cake made with dairy milk.