Vegan Classic Yellow Cake

Indulge in the sweet simplicity of this Vegan Classic Yellow Cake—a plant-based twist on a timeless favorite. Perfectly moist and fluffy, this dairy-free and egg-free cake harnesses the natural binding power of unsweetened applesauce and a touch of apple cider vinegar for a tender crumb that rivals its traditional counterpart. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, this easy-to-make dessert comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time. Whether layered with your favorite vegan frosting or served as-is, this golden-hued treat is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you’re craving a slice of nostalgia. Plus, it’s a crowd-pleaser no one will guess is vegan! Bake up this classic today and enjoy a dessert that’s as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 1.5 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, unsweetened almond milk, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.

Step 5

Add the vegetable oil and mix until the batter is smooth and without lumps. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Turn the cakes out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your delicious Vegan Classic Yellow Cake with your favorite vegan frosting or toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1293.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3463.5

Total Fat 112.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2936.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 599.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 363.0g
Protein 33.4g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 681.3mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 570.2mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 67.7%