
Vanilla No-Bake Cake
Prep
30 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
You're going to love this vanilla no bake cake because it's honestly one of the easiest desserts I make. There's zero baking involved, which means no oven time and no stress about getting the temperature just right. I love using almonds in this recipe because they're packed with protein and healthy fats that keep you satisfied. The whole thing comes together in just thirty minutes, making it perfect for when you need something impressive but don't have much time. Trust me, once you taste this creamy, vanilla flavored cake, you'll be making it constantly.
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Ingredients
- 400 gall-purpose flour
- 600 ggranulated sugar
- 200 gunsalted butter
- 4large eggs
- 2 mLvanilla extract
- 400 mLmilk
- 1 gsalt
- 1 gbaking soda
- 1 gcream of tartar
- 100 gconfectioner's sugar
- 20 gunflavored gelatin
- 100 gchopped almonds
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Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine milk, cream of tartar, and baking soda. Heat over low heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a simmer.
Tip: Be careful not to let the mixture boil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl for an even consistency.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
Tip: Use an electric mixer on low speed for about 2 minutes, until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Tip: Let it cool for about 5 minutes, until the mixture has cooled down to room temperature.
- 6
Add the gelatin to the cooled milk mixture and stir until dissolved.
Tip: Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until the gelatin has fully dissolved.
- 7
Pour the gelatin mixture into the mixing bowl with the batter and mix until well combined.
Tip: Use an electric mixer on low speed for about 2 minutes, until the batter is smooth.
- 8
Pour the batter into a greased and floured 20cm round cake pan.
Tip: Smooth the top of the batter with a spatula.
- 9
Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Tip: You can also let it set overnight, for a more intense flavor.
- 10
Dust the cake with confectioner's sugar and sprinkle with chopped almonds before serving.
Tip: You can also top with whipped cream, if desired.
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