Dairy-Free Classic Apple Cake

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Dairy-Free Classic Apple Cake, a delightful twist on a timeless dessert. Bursting with tender chunks of fresh apples, cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a hint of natural sweetness from unsweetened applesauce, this cake is as moist as it is flavorful. Perfect for those avoiding dairy, the recipe swaps butter with vegetable oil for a light texture and a subtly nutty taste. Crunchy walnuts add a delightful contrast to the soft crumb, while a dusting of powdered sugar creates an elegant finishing touch. Ideal for family gatherings, tea-time treats, or a weeknight dessert, this no-fuss apple cake comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Treat yourself to a slice of this irresistibly aromatic, crowd-pleasing classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium Apples
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Walnuts
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

Step 2

Peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes. Toss them in a bowl with lemon juice to prevent browning. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 6

Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the apples and chopped walnuts with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1411.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3423.9

Total Fat 157.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 95.5g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2690.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 480.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 262.4g
Protein 48.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 365.5mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 1616.4mg	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: 40.0%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 54.5%