Description
Avocado cake is a moist, buttery, and naturally green dessert that blends ripe avocados with a tender cake texture. This unique recipe is packed with healthy fats and a subtle nutty flavor, making it a delicious and nutritious treat. Perfect for any occasion, from brunch to birthdays!
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
- ½ cup butter (or oil)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- Mash Avocados: Mash avocados until smooth and mix with lemon or lime juice to prevent browning.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat butter (or oil) with sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Fold mashed avocado into the mixture, then add milk or buttermilk.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool before slicing. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or top with frosting.
Notes
- For a chocolate version, add ¼ cup cocoa powder.
- To make it vegan, use flax eggs and plant-based milk.
- Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- Add lemon or lime zest for a citrus boost.
- For a nutty crunch, mix in chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 35min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
