Looking for an easy gluten-free cake mix that serves as the perfect base for all your favorite cakes? This homemade gluten-free cake mix is simple to prepare, versatile, and ideal for anyone following a gluten-free diet. Whether you want to bake a classic vanilla cake, a rich chocolate cake, or a fruity lemon cake, this mix provides a reliable foundation for countless gluten-free cake recipes. Make this gluten-free cake mix ahead of time and enjoy delicious, moist cakes without the hassle—every time!
Dry Mix Ingredients (for one 8- or 9-inch cake)
- 2 cups gluten-free flour blend (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cornstarch
Optional for flavor:
- ½ teaspoon xanthan gum (if your flour blend doesn’t contain it)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla powder (for extra flavor)
To Store:
Combine all dry ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight container.
To Make a Basic Vanilla Cake (one 8- or 9-inch round)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 batch gluten-free cake mix (from above)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line your cake pan.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together milk, oil (or butter), eggs, and vanilla.
- Add cake mix: Add the prepared gluten-free cake mix to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth (about 1–2 minutes). Don’t overmix!
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip:
- You can flavor or customize the mix with cocoa powder (for chocolate cake), lemon zest, spices, or chopped nuts.
- The dry mix keeps for several weeks in an airtight container.