Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cake

Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cake
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    16

Indulge in this luxuriously moist and tender gluten-free red velvet cake, a symphony of subtle cocoa notes and a vibrant hue. This recipe ensures a light and airy crumb, defying the common pitfalls of gluten-free baking. Prepare to be amazed!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    59 g
  • Cholesterol
    109 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    156 mg
  • Sugar
    54 g
  • Fat
    17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch springform pan, using gluten-free flour. In a bowl, sift together the gluten-free baking flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and baking powder. If mixture seems clumpy, sift again. (Prep time: 15 minutes)

02

Step

Place the butter, avocado, applesauce, sugar, vinegar, buttermilk, and vanilla extract into the work bowl of a food processor, and pulse several times; process until well blended. Mix in the egg yolks, and process again. Scrape the mixture into a large bowl. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

03

Step

In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar using an electric mixer until the whites form stiff peaks. Gently fold the egg whites into the avocado mixture, then fold in the flour mixture, being careful to retain as much fluffiness in the batter as you can. Gently mix in red food coloring. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan. (Prep time: 20 minutes)

04

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean, about 1 1/2 hours. Allow to cool. Since the cake is gluten-free, it may sink a little while cooling. When cool, remove from springform pan for decorating. (Bake time: 90 minutes, Cool time: 60 minutes)

For an even more intense red color, consider using a natural red food coloring derived from beets.
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal emulsification and a smoother batter.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to a cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
A cream cheese frosting complements the red velvet flavor perfectly. Consider adding a hint of lemon zest to the frosting for a bright, citrusy note.

Frieda Runte

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 2.8/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Arvid Schmitt

    My cake sank a little while cooling, as mentioned in the recipe, but it still tasted fantastic. Next time, I might try reducing the amount of applesauce slightly.

  • Lonzo Koeppflatley

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner baker like me. Thank you for this amazing recipe!

  • Era Gutmann

    This cake was a lifesaver for my gluten-free friend's birthday! Everyone raved about how delicious and moist it was.

  • Letha Kohler

    I was skeptical about the avocado, but it made the cake incredibly moist! I will definitely be making this again.

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