Gâteau de Savoie

Gâteau de Savoie is a light and airy sponge cake, traditionally made in France, now reimagined as a vegan delight. This delightful dessert is perfect for those seeking a sweet treat that is both fluffy and flavorful.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 60 grams
• cornstarch - 20 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• coconut sugar - 50 grams
• unsweetened applesauce - 40 grams
• almond milk - 60 ml
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan (about 15 cm in diameter).
2. In a mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the coconut sugar, applesauce, almond milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined and no lumps remain.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or fresh fruit, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 160
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 2 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in saturated fat, making it heart-healthy.
• Contains fiber from the flour and cornstarch, promoting digestive health.

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