Chocolate Celebration Cake (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

For the Cake

• 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum if not already included)
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup coconut sugar or cane sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup dairy-free milk (e.g., almond, oat, rice)
• 1/3 cup avocado oil or melted coconut oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce (for moisture)

For the Frosting

• 1/2 cup dairy-free butter (like Earth Balance)
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup dairy-free milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Toppings

• Gluten-free, soy-free rainbow sprinkles
• Optional: heart-shaped candles or edible decorations