Vegan Walnut Spice Cake
Indulge in the cozy warmth of this Vegan Walnut Spice Cake, a moist and aromatic dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Crafted with wholesome plant-based ingredients, this cake marries the nuttiness of chopped walnuts with the rich flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg for a truly irresistible treat. Sweetened naturally with brown sugar and unsweetened applesauce, it's light yet flavorful, making it ideal for tea time or as a guilt-free holiday dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple, fuss-free baking process, this dairy-free and egg-free cake is a delightful option for vegans and non-vegans alike. Serve it as is, or elevate it with a dusting of powdered sugar or a layer of vegan cream cheese frosting for an extra touch of decadence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.75 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup Plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, applesauce, plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or top with a vegan cream cheese frosting for an extra treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.6 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2909 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 380.4 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 169.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.9 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 596 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1432 mg | 30% | |
*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.
