Classic Vegan Victoria Sponge Cake with Strawberry Jam

Celebrate any special occasion or simply enjoy a delightful afternoon tea with our Classic Vegan Victoria Sponge Cake. This recipe offers a vegan twist on the traditional British dessert, featuring two fluffy vanilla sponge cakes made with a blend of dairy-free yogurt and almond milk. These layers are lovingly sandwiched together with a smooth vegan vanilla buttercream and a generous spread of sweet strawberry jam. Whether you’re marking a Jubilee Bank Holiday or just craving a slice of classic cake, this Victoria Sponge is sure to impress with its light, moist texture and exquisite taste.

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:
  • 175g dairy-free yogurt
  • 100g maple syrup
  • 100g nut butter
  • 200ml almond milk
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 300g self-raising gluten-free flour
  • 50g vegan vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp bicarbonate of soda
• For the Filling:
  • 6 tsp strawberry jam (store-bought or homemade)
• For the Buttercream:
  • 300g dairy-free yogurt
  • 80g vegan vanilla protein powder

Instructions:

1. Prepare for Baking:
   • Preheat the oven to 175°C (347°F). Line two round cake tins with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine dairy-free yogurt, maple syrup, nut butter, almond milk, and apple cider vinegar.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • Fold in the gluten-free flour, vegan protein powder, baking powder, vanilla extract, and bicarbonate of soda into the wet mixture.
4. Bake the Cake:
   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake tins, spreading it out evenly.
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cakes are golden and a skewer inserted comes out mostly clean.
   • Allow the cakes to cool completely.
5. Prepare the Frosting:
   • Mix together dairy-free yogurt and vegan protein powder to create the buttercream frosting.
6. Assemble the Cake:
   • Spread the frosting over one of the cooled cakes.
   • Apply a layer of strawberry jam on top of the frosting.
   • Place the second cake on top and spread the remaining frosting.
7. Decorate and Serve:
   • Decorate with fresh strawberries or as desired.

Enjoy this Classic Vegan Victoria Sponge Cake as a sumptuous treat that’s perfect for any celebration or as a delightful addition to your afternoon tea. 🍰🍓🌱