Vegan Maple Cake

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this Vegan Maple Cake, a moist and perfectly spiced dessert that’s as delicious as it is easy to make. Sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup and infused with a hint of warm cinnamon, this cake boasts a luscious texture thanks to the combination of almond milk and apple cider vinegar, which creates a velvety vegan buttermilk base. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like melted coconut oil and maple extract, this recipe is ideal for any gathering or as a cozy weeknight treat. Serve it with your favorite vegan frosting, or keep it simple with a dusting of powdered sugar to let the rich maple flavor shine. Perfect for those looking for a dairy-free, egg-free dessert that doesn’t compromise on taste, this cake is a must-try for vegan baking enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.75 cup pure maple syrup
• 0.5 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon maple extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to curdle slightly, creating vegan 'buttermilk'.

Step 4

Once curdled, add the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and maple extract to the almond milk mixture, whisking until thoroughly combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just blended. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 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 about 10 minutes. Then, turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cool, you can frost the cake with your favorite vegan frosting or simply dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2439.2

Total Fat 124.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2876.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 312.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 110.5g
Protein 26.4g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 602.1mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 752.3mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 50.4%