Let’s bake this amazing Paleo cake:

Make the Cake Layers:

1. Preheat and Prep Pans: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 8-inch round cake pans well (using ghee, shortening, or chosen fat). Line the bottoms with parchment paper rounds. Set aside.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a very large mixing bowl, add all the dry ingredients: almond flour, tapioca flour, coconut flour, coconut sugar, raw cacao powder, baking soda, espresso powder, and salt. Whisk thoroughly until well combined and free of lumps.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together all the wet ingredients: eggs, coconut milk, water, melted (and slightly cooled) coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Whisk together for 1-2 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Divide Batter: Evenly divide the batter between the three prepared cake pans.
6. Bake: Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans on wire racks for about 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully invert them onto the cooling racks, peel off the parchment paper, and let them cool completely. Paleo cakes can sometimes be more delicate, so handle with care.

Prepare Frosting and Assemble:

1. Make Frosting: Prepare your chosen recipe for Vegan Chocolate Buttercream Frosting while the cake layers cool.
2. Level Cakes (Optional): Once the cake layers are completely cool, use a large serrated knife to level the tops if they domed during baking, creating flat surfaces for stacking.
3. Assemble: Place one cake layer on your serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of the vegan chocolate buttercream frosting over the top.
4. Repeat Layers: Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost it. Place the third cake layer on top.
5. Frost Exterior: Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining frosting, smoothing it with an offset spatula or creating decorative swirls.
6. Chill/Serve: Chill the cake briefly if desired to help set the frosting, or serve immediately.

Let the cake layers cool completely before frosting.