I was inspired to make these mini Root Beer Float Cakes by reminiscing over the Coca-Cola Sheet Cakes that I remember being pretty popular down in Georgia. They were the type of super-sweet-but-delicious cakes that would show up at potluck dinners or cake walks. These are just a miniature version of that classic southern Coca-Cola Cake, but made with less sugar, a bit healthier ingredients, and root beer instead of coke! Enjoy!

They are great topped with whipped cream…

or ice cream…

They are fluffy, airy, and moist…

subtly spiced…

root beer infused…

perfectly sweet, and great for sharing…

Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients:

2 cups all purpose flour

1 1/2 cups sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1 cup root beer

1/2 cup Earth Balance buttery spread

1/2 cup oil

3 Tablespoons cocoa powder

1/2 cup non-dairy milk (I prefer soy or almond milk)

2 teaspoons coconut vinegar or apple cider vinegar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/3 cup applesauce

Directions: