Vegan Mixed Berry Cake

Treat yourself to a slice of sunshine with this Vegan Mixed Berry Cake, a light and fluffy dessert bursting with vibrant flavors! Crafted with simple pantry staples and fresh, juicy berries, this cake achieves its irresistibly moist texture with a clever vegan “buttermilk” made from almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Zesty lemon zest weaves a bright citrus note throughout, while a scattering of berries on top creates a stunningly rustic presentation. Perfect for brunch, tea time, or summer celebrations, this dairy-free and egg-free cake is as versatile as it is delicious. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, it’s a showstopper that’s deceptively easy to whip up in just under an hour. Perfect for those craving a plant-based treat without compromising on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

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 cup cane sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1.5 cups fresh mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for a few minutes to curdle, forming a vegan 'buttermilk'.

Step 4

Add the cane sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the 'buttermilk'. Whisk until well combined.

Step 5

Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cake tender.

Step 6

Gently fold in the lemon zest and 1 cup of mixed berries into the batter.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Scatter the remaining 0.5 cup of mixed berries on top of the batter.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once the cake is cool, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1197.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3123.4

Total Fat 124.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2864.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 487.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 283.4g
Protein 29.7g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 540.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 851.3mg	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: 35.2%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 61.1%