How to Bake a Cake Without Eggs (Easy & Fluffy Recipe!)

Did you know you can bake a soft, fluffy, delicious cake without using a single egg? Whether you’re out of eggs, avoiding them, or baking for someone with allergies, this eggless cake recipe always comes out moist and tasty. No fancy ingredients, no complicated steps — just simple baking magic!

Let’s get started.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 cup milk (or plant milk: almond, oat, soy)

  • ¼ cup oil (vegetable or canola)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice
    (This reacts with baking soda to replace the rise usually provided by eggs.)

Tools You’ll Need

  • Mixing bowl

  • Whisk or spoon

  • 8-inch cake pan

  • Measuring cups

  • Oven or air fryer

Step-by-Step: How to Bake a Cake Without Eggs

1. Preheat Your Oven

  • Set oven to 350°F (180°C).
    (If using an air fryer, set it to 320°F (160°C).)

2. Prepare the Cake Pan

  • Lightly grease with oil or butter.

  • Dust with flour to prevent sticking.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, add:

  • Flour

  • Sugar

  • Baking soda

  • Baking powder

  • Salt

Whisk to combine everything evenly.

4. Add the Wet Ingredients

Pour in:

  • Milk

  • Oil

  • Vanilla

Give it a gentle stir — don’t overmix.

5. Add the Magic Ingredient: Vinegar

  • Add 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice.

  • You’ll see the batter start to bubble slightly — that’s normal!
    This helps the cake rise without eggs.

Mix lightly until just combined.

6. Pour the Batter into the Pan

  • Smooth the top with a spoon.

  • The batter will look thinner than regular cake batter — that’s okay.

7. Bake the Cake

In the Oven:

Bake for 25–30 minutes.

In the Air Fryer:

Bake at 320°F (160°C) for 20–25 minutes.

Check doneness:
Insert a toothpick — if it comes out clean, the cake is ready!

8. Cool and Decorate

  • Let the cake cool for at least 10 minutes.

  • Add frosting, powdered sugar, chocolate syrup, or fruit — anything you like!

Tips for the Best Eggless Cake

  • Don’t skip the vinegar — it makes the cake fluffy.

  • Do not overmix; it can make the cake dense.

  • Use room-temperature milk for better texture.

  • Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version!

  • If the cake browns too fast, cover lightly with foil.

Final Thoughts

Baking a cake without eggs is incredibly easy, and the result is soft, moist, and delicious. Whether it’s for a birthday, a quick dessert, or a special diet, this recipe works every time — no eggs required!