Eggless No-Oven Red Velvet Cake
Eggless No-Oven Red Velvet Cake is a medium American recipe that serves 8. 250 calories per serving.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 1 hr 5 min
Cost: $16.28 total, $2.04 per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar (fine granules)
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (sifted to avoid lumps)
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or soy) (room temperature)
- 0.33 cup Vegetable Oil (neutral flavor)
- 1 tbsp White Vinegar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 tbsp Red Food Coloring (gel or liquid; adjust for desired hue)
- 1 tbsp Beet Juice (optional) (for natural color; can replace half of food coloring)
Instructions
Prepare the Steamer
Fill the steamer pot with about 2 inches of water, place a rack or heat‑proof trivet inside, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: Medium heat
Prep the Cake Pan
Line the bottom of the 8‑inch cake pan with parchment paper, then lightly grease the sides with a brush of oil.
Time: PT3M
Combine Dry Ingredients
In the large mixing bowl, whisk together sifted flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until uniformly combined.
Time: PT5M
Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate small bowl, combine milk, vegetable oil, vinegar, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and beet juice (if using). Stir until the color is even.
Time: PT3M
Combine Wet and Dry
Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the wet mixture. Gently whisk until just combined; the batter will be slightly thick.
Time: PT4M
Transfer Batter to Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Time: PT2M
Steam the Cake
Cover the steamer pot with its lid, place the cake pan on the rack, and steam for 25‑30 minutes. Do not lift the lid during the first 20 minutes.
Time: PT30M
Temperature: Medium heat
Cool the Cake
Remove the pan from the steamer, let it sit for 5 minutes, then turn the cake onto a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.
Time: PT10M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 3g
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 10g
- Fiber
- 1g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Eggless
Allergens: Wheat, Milk, Soy
Last updated: April 11, 2026






