Lenten Apple Cake

Celebrate the flavors of the season with this moist and beautifully spiced Lenten Apple Cake, a delightful dairy-free and egg-free dessert perfect for any occasion. Packed with tender chunks of fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg, this cake delivers all the comforting aromas of fall baking without the need for rich ingredients. The combination of unsweetened applesauce, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of vegetable oil ensures it stays incredibly soft and moist, while optional add-ins like raisins and chopped walnuts bring extra texture and flavor. With its simple pantry staples and a quick 20 minutes of prep time, this vegan-friendly cake is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Whether served plain or dusted with powdered sugar, it's a wholesome treat that's sure to impress family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 medium Apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round or square baking pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and water until smooth.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gently fold in the chopped apples, raisins, and walnuts (if using). Ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Serve the cake plain or dust it with powdered sugar for a simple finishing touch. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1457.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3509.7

Total Fat 148.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2478.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 541.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 313.4g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 195.3mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 1752.8mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 59.2%