Easy Vegan Applesauce Cake

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Moist, spiced, and irresistibly simple, this Easy Vegan Applesauce Cake is the perfect dessert or snack for any occasion. Made with pantry staples like unsweetened applesauce, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this dairy-free and egg-free cake comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. The natural sweetness of the applesauce keeps it tender and flavorful, while optional add-ins like raisins or chopped walnuts add a delightful texture. Baked to golden perfection in under 40 minutes, this one-bowl recipe is ideal for beginner bakers and busy weeknights. Serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar, or enjoy it plain with a hot cup of tea—either way, this wholesome vegan treat is sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: vegan applesauce cake, easy vegan desserts, dairy-free cake recipe, moist applesauce cake.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Optional add-ins (raisins, chopped walnuts, etc.)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.

3. In a separate bowl, mix the applesauce, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. If using optional add-ins like raisins or chopped walnuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Slice and serve the cake as is, or dust with powdered sugar for added sweetness!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (89.0g)

Calories		270
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		9.3 g	12%
	Saturated Fat	1.2 g	6%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		208 mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate		45.1 g	16%
	Dietary Fiber	1.7 g	6%
	Total Sugars	24.7 g
Protein		3.3 g	7%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		14 mg	1%
Iron		1.2 mg	6%
Potassium		95 mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 664 cal (30.0%%)

Protein: 104 cal (4.7%%)

Carbs: 1443 cal (65.3%%)