Vegan Ube Cake
Indulge in the irresistible charm of this Vegan Ube Cake, a plant-based delight that showcases the vibrant flavors and stunning purple hue of ube, or purple yam. Perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence, this cake is moist, fluffy, and packed with rich, nutty notes thanks to ube halaya and coconut milk. Enhanced by a touch of ube extract for added depth and color, each bite is a feast for the senses. The recipe is simple to follow, featuring a dairy-free and egg-free batter that bakes to perfection in just 35 minutes. Complete your cake with a creamy vegan butter frosting or enjoy it as is for a naturally gorgeous treat. This vegan ube cake delivers both elegance and comfort in every slice—ideal for sharing with loved ones or savoring all to yourself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam, vegan-friendly)
- 1.5 cups coconut milk
- 0.5 cup neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ube extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting, optional)
- 0.5 cup vegan butter (for frosting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, ube halaya, coconut milk, oil, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract, and ube extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until the batter is smooth, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the optional frosting, beat the powdered sugar and vegan butter together in a bowl until fluffy. Add a small amount of ube extract for color if desired.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost the top of one layer, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your vibrant vegan ube cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.8 g | 278% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.2 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3557 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 630.6 g | 229% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 399.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1313 mg | 28% | |
*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.
