Yes, I know the name of the recipe might sound weird – why would you use beet in a cake? Well, why not? It’s pink and beautiful, plus kids really enjoy it and they don’t even know they’re eating a vegetable cake! This cake is completely vegan so there are no eggs or dairy, that can really help if you need to make a cake for someone who is allergic to one of the above.

Directions

For the Applesauce

1. Place apple cubes, lemon juice and water in a pot, cook on high, and bring to a boil.

2. Lower the heat, simmer for 20 minutes until the apples are very soft, and fall apart.

3. Let it cool. With a fork or food processor, blend to a mush mixture.

4. Save in a bowl with the top wrapped with plastic until you’re ready to use.

For the Cake

1. Heat the oven to 160 degrees Celsius (320 degrees Fahrenheit) fan.

2. In a bowl, mix all the ingredients to a unified batter.

3. Grease two English cake molds. (or cake loaf pans)

4. Pour the batter into the molds.

5. Bake for 45 minutes.

For the Garnish

1. In a bowl, whisk the water and powdered sugar to a smooth mixture.

2. Pour the glaze on the cakes.

3. Have a piece of cake with a cup of tea and enjoy!

Recipe tags

Beet cake Beets Dairy free Egg-free Egg-free desserts Homemade apple sauce Non-dairy desserts Renana Spiegel Levkovich Simanim Surprise ingredient Vegan beet cake Vegetable cake