Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, moist, and surprisingly easy Gluten-Free Red Velvet Bundt Cake! This recipe, adapted from a favorite, delivers the classic red velvet flavor without the gluten. Perfect for celebrations or a special treat, this recipe is sure to impress. Get ready to experience the rich, tangy, and intensely delicious taste of red velvet, completely gluten-free.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 285.7 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 cup cooked and pureed beets
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups rice flour
  • 1 cup potato starch
  • ½ cup tapioca flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons xanthan gum
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • powdered sugar
  • cream cheese frosting

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How to Make Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 4 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, beating until well combined.
  4. Add ½ cup vegetable oil, ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 cup cooked and pureed beets, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups rice flour, 1 cup potato starch, ½ cup tapioca flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons xanthan gum, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting (recipe not included).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

128g

Fat

5g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake?

Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake?

Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake has approximately 285.7 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake?

The key ingredients for Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake are Eggs, Sugar, Oil, Applesauce, Beets, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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