Dairy-Free Bran Cake

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Dairy-Free Bran Cake, a moist and tender treat that’s both comforting and better-for-you! Packed with nutrient-rich bran cereal, naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce and brown sugar, and elevated with a hint of cinnamon, this cake is a dairy-free delight perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. The soft texture comes from soaking the bran cereal, while plump raisins add bursts of natural sweetness. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in under an hour, this cake is perfect for serving a crowd or meal-prepping for the week. Enjoy every slice guilt-free as it pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Bran cereal
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Raisins

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the bran cereal and boiling water. Stir well and let it sit for about 5 minutes, allowing the cereal to soften.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, and brown sugar, and beat until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture and continue to beat until well incorporated.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.

Step 7

Fold the softened bran mixture into the batter using a spatula, then stir in the raisins.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

Step 11

Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1063.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2791.1

Total Fat 119.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.8g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3670.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 403.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 186.0g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 280IU	0%
Calcium 271.5mg	0%
Iron 41.2mg	0%
Potassium 1311.7mg	0%

*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: 37.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 56.5%