Here’s a simple and delicious Avocado Cake recipe with a hint of vanilla flavor:
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
For Vanilla Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add Mashed Avocado:
- Fold in the mashed avocados until well combined.
- Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide and Bake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes:
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Vanilla Frosting:
- In a separate bowl, prepare the vanilla frosting by beating together the softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
- Decorate (Optional):
- You can decorate the cake with avocado slices or any other toppings of your choice.
- Slice and Serve:
- Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy your delicious Avocado Cake with vanilla flavor!
This cake combines the creamy texture of avocados with the sweetness of vanilla for a unique and tasty treat.