6 VEGAN / RAW / GLUTEN FREE / DAIRY FREE BIRTHDAY CAKE ALTERNATIVES!
Hey Mum’s and Dad’s!
Peanut allergy, lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, sugar free.. the way we are eating is changing along with our awareness of how different foods affects our bodies. I have noticed over the last few years that more and more people are getting fairly sensitive towards certain foods, this includes our younger generation also, which can make birthdays a bit challenging, when all you want is to cater to all your guests needs!
I haven’t always been a kids entertainer, I have also had the wonderful experience of working in a local organic cafe in the Armadale Hills, The Organic Circle, where my main role in the kitchen was baking raw/baked treats, along with custom orders for special events and birthdays.
A great easy tip for making gluten free cakes, just substitute normal flour for Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Flour. I have worked with it before and I can highly recommend it. It’s not super expensive either and can be bought at most health food stores and even at Coles!
With the intention to make life easier and putting my heart out to everyone with food allergies, I have surfed the web and found some of the funkiest, coolest and fun alternatives to your traditional kids birthday cake. These cake recipes are either raw, gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free or vegan. Now there are some handy options to choose from that makes everyone happy!
Off we go!..
1.DAIRY FREE BANANA ICE CREAM SANDWICHES (GLUTEN FREE VEGAN)
photo credit: petiteallergytreats.com
With spring on the way and summer to hit us before we know it, this classic idea is sure to be a winner in our dry Australian heat. The great things is, there is no dairy involved! this is such a easy recipe, the ice cream is purely frozen bananas! hard to believe, but I make ice cream from frozen bananas and vanilla essence all the time. It really works! whack your bananas in a blender with the vanilla essence, maybe add some chunky organic peanut butter and off you go!
Laura from petiteallergytreats.com really has some good things happening on her website. Coming from a family with multiple allergies, this mum really understands how to create healthy, delicious foods that everyone can enjoy!
To check out Laura’s recipe, click here
2.RAW VEGAN RAINBOW CAKE (PALEO / RAW / VEGAN)
photo credit: themerrymakersisters.com
Now who wouldn’t be impressed with this? Just look at it. Paleo, raw and vegan, a special cake designed for unicorns! This wonderful creamy rainbow cake would suit any party! We used to make a similar version at The Organic Circle and it would sell out within 24hrs, it was so popular! If you want to make the colours more vibrant, you can always use organic food colouring to brighten it up.
These Merry Maker Sisters are great! click here for their very special recipe and good vibes.
3.BANANA CREPE CAKE (VEGAN / GLUTEN FREE)
photo credit: chunkyonchia.com
I have decided to add a few recipes from Sarah Claire from Chunky on Chia. She’s local, she’s got great values, ideas and some really tasty recipes that are easy to follow! I have tried a few of her recipes and they were a great success! she’s funny too and who doesn’t love a laugh whilst spending time in the kitchen, creating food for the heart and soul!
This banana crepe is amazing, it’s simple, easy and tall! It looks impressive and tastes incredible! Want to learn more? Here is the recipe and more info on this amazing woman!
4.4 INGREDIENTS MOUSSE (RAW / LOW UN-REFINED SUGAR / VEGAN)
photo credit: chunkyonchia.com
Take a look at this cute teacup mousse! I have tried this recipe and it’s absolutely incredible! you would never know that the main ingredient is an avocado. It’s like a magic trick! best of all, it’s quick to make!
If you are out of cups, check out the op shop for some funky ideas! Here’s the recipe
5.THE BEST GLUTEN FREE WHITE CAKE!
photo credit: yammiesglutenfreedom.com
Sometimes we just want simple classic recipes that we know are safe winners! My mouth is watering from this picture! Simple, easy to make, vanilla sponge cake with pink buttercream. Click here for the recipe!
You could even turn this recipe into cupcakes or add cacao for chocolate flavour. Get creative and have some fun!
6.RED VELVET CAKE (GLUTEN FREE / WITHOUT FOOD DYE)
photo credit: gfjules.com
Yummy, cute and bite sized! a great option for any birthday! you can make these cupcakes in advance and freeze them. This makes your life a lot easier on the day!
How about getting the kids to decorate them? even better! put out different coloured icing on the table, along with sprinkles, chocolate chips, smarties or whatever you can think of and let the kids get creative and have some fun! they will love it and it’s a great way to keep the kids occupied. You could even have a contest for the best looking cake!
Princess of cupcakes
I noticed that Jules recipe requires her own GF flour, but I am pretty sure that can be substituted with another GF flour mix, if you are in a bit of a hurry.
I have tried substituting in recipes before (Using Bob’s Red Mill) and it has always worked out perfectly fine for me. Click here for the recipe
Plenty of inspiration to play with! keep it simple, tasty and always fun! Have a great time in the kitchen!
