Wholesome Birthday Cake Bread (gluten free!)

As a result of ya lady can’t resist themed week, a pair years again we had our very first #AKBdayCakeWeek! I kicked it off with a birthday cake bread that simply so occurred to provide me the thought to start out the entire themed week as a result of it was simply SO DANG GOOD.

This recipe was initially a part of an IG partnership with my buddies over at siggi’s — it was so in style that I made a decision it deserved a ceaselessly residence on Formidable Kitchen. I even made it for the subsequent episode of Good Temper Consolation Meals! This attractive, wholesome birthday cake bread tastes identical to a slice of birthday cake, plus it’s nutritious, grain free, gluten free and simply dairy free too! Time to get your sprinkle on.

Components in wholesome birthday cake bread

I get tons of requests for breads and loaves that don’t have banana, so if bananas aren’t your jam then this gluten free birthday cake bread is for you! There are additionally straightforward swaps to maintain it dairy free. Right here’s what you’ll want:

• Vanilla greek yogurt: I really like making this wholesome birthday cake bread with siggis vanilla & cinnamon plant-based cups, however be happy to sub any sort of vanilla greek yogurt. The vanilla taste makes it additional particular.
• Eggs: you’ll simply want two eggs in order that this birthday cake loaf bakes up nicely.
• Pure maple syrup: we’re solely sweetening with a little bit of pure maple syrup.
• Vanilla & almond extracts: the combo of vanilla and almond extract is really what give it that cake batter taste. 
• Gluten free oat flour: in case you’re not gluten free you possibly can be happy to make use of an everyday oat flour, too. See beneath for easy methods to make your personal from gluten free rolled oats!
• Almond flour: be sure you use a blanched, nice almond flour to provide this bread the proper texture. Don’t neglect to pack your almond flour.
• Sprinkles: be happy to make use of any sprinkles you want! I like utilizing this all pure model.
• Baking soda & salt: for correct baking and just a little taste enhance.

Can I exploit a distinct flour?

Sadly, no, I can not suggest a flour substitute for this birthday cake bread. Please stick with the recipe in order that the bread bakes up completely!

Learn how to make your personal gluten free oat flour

You possibly can simply make your personal gluten free oat flour by merely inserting gluten free oats right into a blender and mixing or pulsing till they’re clean and resemble flour. It is a tremendous straightforward & inexpensive choice. Take a look at my tutorial with all of my greatest suggestions & methods. Make sure to measure out 1 cup of your oat flour after making it!

What makes this birthday cake bread wholesome?

In case you grew up on the funfetti field cake you understand how nostalgic and wonderful that taste is. I wished to copy that precise taste with some better-for-you components as an alternative of the normal butter, oil and sugar that comes with conventional birthday cake. This bread simply so occurs to be:

• Oil free. There’s no oil on this wholesome birthday cake bread! It’s deliciously moist from the protein-packed greek yogurt.
• Naturally sweetened. Thanks to only pure maple syrup as an alternative of a cup of white sugar.
• Gluten free & simply dairy free. Through the use of almond flour and oat flour, and is definitely dairy free utilizing your favourite dairy free yogurt.
• Filled with wholesome fat & protein. There are many wholesome fat from the almond flour, and even a lift of protein from the yogurt and eggs.

This straightforward birthday cake bread recipe tastes like the true deal however is wholesome sufficient for breakfast or a snack!

Learn how to make gluten free birthday cake bread

1. Prep your pan. Begin by lining a 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 loaf pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray to stop sticking. 
2. Combine the moist components. Mis the yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla and almond extract till they’re good and clean.
3. Add dry components. Stir within the flours, sprinkles, baking soda & salt with a wood spoon till the batter is nicely mixed.
4. Bake it up. Pour the combination into your pan, prime with some extra sprinkles, and bake it up!
5. Cool & devour. Let the bread cool fully earlier than slicing into it, then take pleasure in a slice heat with butter or vegan butter and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.

Don’t neglect the following pointers for baking fast bread

• Observe the recipe. The easiest way to make sure the success of this birthday cake bread is to comply with the recipe and use the precise components as written (except I be aware particular substitutes).
• Pack your almond flour. Make sure to pack your almond flour as you’d with brown sugar. Don’t pack your oat flour.
• Use recent baking soda. In case your baking soda is older than 3 months, I counsel grabbing a brand new one for greatest baking outcomes.
• Line your loaf pan. I like to recommend lining your loaf pan with parchment paper AND spraying it with nonstick cooking spray in order that your bread comes out simply.

Storing & freezing suggestions:

• To retailer: this wholesome birthday cake bread needs to be stored well-covered in foil or plastic wrap at room temperature for as much as 3 days, then I like to recommend transferring to the fridge or freezer.
• To freeze: merely wrap in plastic, then tightly in foil and eventually place in a reusable bag or freezer pleasant bag for as much as 3 months. Thaw at room temperature as soon as you’re able to eat. You can too be happy to freeze particular person slices for a fast on-the-go deal with.

Extra birthday cake themed recipes

Get all of my bread recipes right here!

In case you make this wholesome birthday cake bread recipe, be sure you depart a remark beneath and charge the recipe! You can too snap and movie and publish it on Instagram utilizing the hashtag #ambitiouskitchen. xo!

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Wholesome Birthday Cake Bread

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Prepare dinner Time 35 minutes minutes

Whole Time 50 minutes minutes

ServesServes 8 servings

Unbelievable wholesome birthday cake bread made with out banana and with oat and almond flour to maintain it gluten free! This straightforward gluten free birthday cake bread could be made in a single bowl and is ideal for celebrations or any time you feel festive. Add your favourite sprinkles and luxuriate in!

Components

• Moist components
• 1 (5.3 oz) container siggis vanilla & cinnamon plant-based cups (or sub about 1/2 cup vanilla greek yogurt)
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• Dry components
• 1 cup gluten free oat flour
• 1 cup packed blanched nice almond flour (no subs sorry)
• ¼ cup sprinkles
• ¾ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• For topping
• 2 tablespoons sprinkles

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 350 levels F. Line an 8 x 4 loaf pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray to stop sticking.

• In a big bowl, whisk collectively the next components till nicely mixed: yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla and almond extract.

• Add dry components to the bowl: oat flour, almond flour, sprinkles, baking soda and salt; mixing with a wood spoon till nicely mixed. Pour into the ready loaf pan and sprinkle 2 tablespoons sprinkles on prime. Bake for 35-45 minutes till a toothpick comes out clear. Cool bread in pan for five minutes then switch to a wire rack. Permit bread to chill for no less than 15 min earlier than slicing into. Get pleasure from a slice heat with butter or vegan butter and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired. Serves 8.

Recipe Notes

To retailer: this birthday cake bread needs to be stored well-covered in foil or plastic wrap at room temperature for as much as 3 days, then I like to recommend transferring to the fridge or freezer. If your own home is humid, you then’ll have to switch to the fridge or freezer sooner.
To freeze: this bread freezes nicely! Merely wrap in plastic, then tightly in foil and eventually place in a reusable bag or freezer pleasant bag for as much as 3 months. Thaw at room temperature as soon as you’re able to eat. You can too be happy to freeze particular person slices for a fast on the go deal with.

Vitamin

Serving: 1sliceEnergy: 236calCarbohydrates: 29.6gProtein: 7.6gFats: 10.5gSaturated Fats: 1.5gFiber: 2.6gSugar: 14.3g

Recipe by: Monique Volz // Formidable Kitchen | Pictures by: Eat Love Eats

This publish was initially revealed on September fifteenth, 2020, republished on August twenty eighth, 2022, and republished on September twenty fifth, 2023.