Vegan & Gluten-Free Strawberry Cacao Caprese Cake

Learn how to create a stunning Vegan Gluten-Free Torta Caprese topped with fresh strawberries. In this beginner-friendly class, you'll make a rich cacao-almond cake from scratch, master simple decorating techniques, and leave with a crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for any occasion.

60 minsSession Duration
beginnerLevel
$43Private Session
N/AGroup Class
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Makena M
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Makena M

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United States
10 years experience
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Healthy Whole Foods Holistic Chef with over 10 years of experience helping families create nourishing, delicious meals from simple ingredients. Passionate about reducing food waste, seasonal cooking, sourdough baking, and making healthy eating approachable for everyday life. Through hands-on classes and practical kitchen strategies, I teach people how to cook with confidence, stretch ingredients further, and bring more connection and joy to the table.

Ingredients

2 cups (200 g) almond flour
½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cacao powder
¾ cup (150 g) sugar or coconut sugar
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (120 ml) melted coconut oil
¾ cup (180 ml) plant milk
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups fresh strawberries (thinly sliced)
1 tsp lemon juice

Tips & Swaps

- All ingredients are plant-based and gluten-free. - Bring an 8-inch (20 cm) cake pan if baking along live. - Fresh strawberries work best for decorating. - Nut-free substitutions will be discussed during class. - Recipe PDF included after the session.

Preparation

- Please wash, hull, and slice your strawberries before class. - Measure all ingredients in advance for a smooth baking experience. - An 8-inch (20 cm) cake pan is recommended. - Allow time for the cake to cool before decorating.

Nutrition Facts

Calories2976 kcal
Total Fat219.7 g
Saturated Fat123.4 g
Total Carbohydrate239 g
Dietary Fiber43.1 g
Sugars168 g
Protein54.5 g

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