Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake (Healthier & Homemade)

Celebrate Mom with a stunning Mother’s Day Pink Velvet Cake that’s as nourishing as it is beautiful. This lighter twist on the classic velvet cake uses better-for-you ingredients, natural color, and a creamy yet balanced frosting—perfect for showing love without overloading on sugar.

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Why This Cake Is a Healthier Choice

• Naturally pink using beetroot powder or strawberry puree (no artificial dyes)

• Reduced sugar with honey or coconut sugar

• Whole-grain option for added fiber

• Lighter frosting made with Greek yogurt or reduced-fat cream cheese

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Ingredients

For the Pink Velvet Cake

• 1½ cups whole wheat pastry flour (or all-purpose)

• ¾ cup coconut sugar or unrefined cane sugar

• 2 tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• 2 tbsp beetroot powder or ⅓ cup strawberry puree

• 2 large eggs (room temperature)

• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk

• ⅓ cup avocado oil or light olive oil

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

For the Light Creamy Frosting

• 1 cup reduced-fat cream cheese (softened)

• ½ cup thick Greek yogurt

• ⅓ cup powdered sugar or honey (to taste)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Prep the Oven
   Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and beetroot powder (if using).

3. Mix Wet Ingredients
   In another bowl, whisk eggs, almond milk, oil, vanilla, vinegar, and strawberry puree (if using).

4. Combine & Bake
   Fold wet into dry until just combined. Divide batter between pans and bake 22–25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

5. Cool Completely
   Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

6. Make the Frosting
   Beat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.

7. Assemble
   Frost between layers and over the top. Decorate with fresh berries or edible flowers.

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Nutrition Highlights (Per Slice)

• Lower in refined sugar

• Higher fiber (with whole wheat flour)

• Protein boost from Greek yogurt

• Naturally colored and antioxidant-rich

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Mother’s Day Decorating Ideas

• Pipe soft pink rosettes around the edges

• Add fresh strawberries or raspberries

• Write a sweet message like “Love You, Mom” in melted dark chocolate

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Make It Your Way

• Vegan: Use flax eggs and dairy-free yogurt/cream cheese

• Gluten-free: Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend

• Extra indulgent: Add a thin layer of strawberry chia jam between lay