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Vegan Apple Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings (8 wedges)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Vegan Apple Cake is a moist, spiced dessert bursting with fresh apple chunks and warm cinnamon flavor. Made with simple plant-based ingredients and no eggs or dairy, it’s perfect for a wholesome snack or a comforting dessert. Easy to prepare with just one bowl and baked to perfection, this cake offers a delightful autumn treat suitable for vegan diets.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ⅓ cup canola oil
  • ¼ cup applesauce
  • 3 tablespoons plant-based milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon flax meal
  • 3 tablespoons warm water

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Fruit

  • 2 apples, peeled and diced

Optional

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8-inch baking pan with a bit of oil to prevent the cake from sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, canola oil, applesauce, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, flax meal, and warm water until fully combined and smooth. This mixture acts as the wet base and vegan binder for the cake.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cake tough.
  4. Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the peeled and diced apples into the batter to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
  5. Fill Pan and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cake begins to pull away from the sides of the pan and a fork inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before removing from the pan. Optionally dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm or cooled as preferred.

Notes

  • This moist Vegan Apple Cake highlights the natural sweetness and texture of fresh autumn apples combined with aromatic spices.
  • It’s perfect as an afternoon snack paired with your favorite hot beverage or as a vegan dessert topped with a scoop of vegan ice cream.
  • The cake can be made in just one bowl, making it simple and convenient for busy days.
  • For best results, use tart apples like Granny Smith or Fuji that hold their shape after baking.
  • Ensure flax seed mixture rests a few minutes before mixing to achieve the right vegan egg substitute consistency.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 24 g
  • Sodium: 207 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.04 g
  • Carbohydrates: 39 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://mealsbymia.com/vegan-apple-cake-recipe/