Vegan Vanilla Cake with Cookies and Cream Frosting

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Vegan Vanilla Cake with Cookies and Cream Frosting.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 300°F (150°C).

2. Step 2

   While it warms up, take two 6-inch cake pans and give them a good greasing before lining them with parchment paper—this will help your cakes slide out effortlessly later on.

3. Step 3

   In a mixing bowl, grab your electric mixer and beat the vegan butter on low speed until it’s nice and soft.

4. Step 4

   Slowly sprinkle in the powdered sugar and add a splash of vanilla bean paste, then switch to medium-low speed and mix until everything is creamy and well blended.

5. Step 5

   In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

6. Step 6

   This step is key for ensuring your dry ingredients are evenly mixed, so give it a good stir.

7. Step 7

   Now, in another bowl, combine the soy milk and white vinegar, stirring until it thickens a bit.

8. Step 8

   Add in the vegetable oil and mix until everything is nicely combined.

9. Step 9

   Next, it’s time to bring it all together! Gradually add the dry flour mixture and the soy milk mixture to the butter mixture, alternating between the two.

10. Step 10

    Keep your mixer on low speed and blend until just combined—be careful not to overmix, as we want a tender cake.

11. Step 11

    Once your batter is ready, divide it evenly between the two prepared cake pans, filling each one no more than three-quarters full.

12. Step 12

    Pop them into your preheated oven and let them bake for 80 to 90 minutes.

13. Step 13

    You’ll know they’re done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

14. Step 14

    After baking, let the cakes cool in the pans for about 30 minutes.

15. Step 15

    Then, gently transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely—this is the perfect time to take a little break and admire your work! For the frosting, mix the vegan butter and shortening in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium-low speed until it’s fluffy and inviting.

16. Step 16

    Add in the vanilla bean paste and mix to combine.

17. Step 17

    Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar and soy milk until you achieve your desired frosting consistency.

18. Step 18

    Finally, fold in the cookie crumbs for that delicious cookies-n-cream flavor.

19. Step 19

    To assemble your masterpiece, place one layer of the cooled cake on a serving plate and generously frost the top and sides with your delightful cookies-n-cream frosting.

20. Step 20

    Carefully place the second layer on top and finish frosting the entire cake.

21. Step 21

    Step back and admire your creation—it’s not just a cake; it’s a celebration of flavors waiting to be enjoyed!.