Inspired by the technical challenge of cake week on Bake Off, these Mini Red Velvet Cakes offer a vegan twist on the classic. Perfectly portioned using a muffin tin, these cakes are not only adorable but also pack the rich, velvety flavor that red velvet is known for, complemented by a creamy vegan cream cheese frosting.
Why You’ll Love This:
If you’re a fan of red velvet cake and enjoy individual-sized desserts, these mini cakes are a perfect choice. They are quick to make, easy to serve, and offer the same luxurious taste as a full-sized cake, making them ideal for any occasion.
Perfect Occasion:
Ideal for a tea party, as a special treat, or for sharing with friends and family. These Mini Red Velvet Cakes are sure to impress with their elegant appearance and delicious vegan-friendly flavor.
Vegan Mini Red Velvet Cakes
For the Cake:
- 225ml soya milk
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 195g plain (all-purpose) flour
- 25g cocoa powder
- 210g caster (granulated) sugar
- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 90ml vegetable or any neutral oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Red food coloring
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Warm the milk in the microwave for 1 minute, then stir in the apple cider vinegar until curdled.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, sugar, bicarbonate of soda, and salt).
- Mix oil, vanilla, and food coloring into the curdled milk. Combine this with the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a well-greased 12-hole muffin tin. Bake for 20 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 50g vegan butter
- 200g icing sugar
- 85g vegan cream cheese
Frosting Instructions:
- Beat butter and icing sugar until smooth.
- Add cream cheese and beat until a silky frosting forms.
- Refrigerate the frosting before icing the cakes to firm it up.
Enjoy these delightful Mini Vegan Red Velvet Cakes, a charming and delicious treat that brings a touch of Bake Off magic to your kitchen!
(Note: Adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your desired shade of red velvet.)
