Summery Vegan Vanilla Cake with Strawberries

This vegan vanilla cake tastes like summer and is a delicious treat. The bright flavor of fresh strawberries really makes it stand out. This cake is moist and fluffy, so its great for any event, from a casual get-together to a big party.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• Vegan whipped cream optional, for serving

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan

In a large mixing bowl, combine almond milk, sugar, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar

Mix well

Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients

Stir until just combined

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan

Smooth the top with a spatula

Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the batter, pressing them in slightly

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes

Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely

Once cooled, slice and serve with vegan whipped cream if desired

Enjoy