Vegan Pumpkin Walnut Cake

Embrace the flavors of fall with this indulgent Vegan Pumpkin Walnut Cake, a moist and spiced treat that's perfect for any occasion! Made with rich pumpkin puree, warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, and crunchy chopped walnuts, this dairy-free and egg-free cake offers the ultimate balance of cozy autumn flavors and satisfying textures. Its simple one-bowl method and approachable ingredients, like non-dairy milk and apple cider vinegar, make it a breeze to bake. Perfectly soft and fluffy with a hint of caramel sweetness from brown sugar, this vegan dessert is a showstopper for holiday gatherings or everyday baking. Serve it as is, dusted with powdered sugar, or slathered with vegan frosting for an irresistible finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Non-dairy milk (such as almond or oat milk)
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, non-dairy milk, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it into an even layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 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

Once cooled, slice and serve. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or top with vegan frosting for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(744.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2182.3

Total Fat 165.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3015.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 152.3g
Protein 18.9g	0%

Vitamin D 50IU	0%
Calcium 508.5mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1686.8mg	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: 64.7%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 32.1%