Vegan Recipes

Vegan Apple Cider Donut Cake

Vegan Apple Cider Donut Cake is a delicious and tempting vegan recipe. This cake is super soft with a balanced amount of sugar. It is healthier than traditional local cake because simple vegan ingredients are used. Most importantly it is an oil-free and dairy-free cake. Vegan and non-vegan individuals will like its taste. It is perfectly adjusted with a vegan diet plan. Apple sauce and apple cider vinegar are core ingredients that enhance the cake flavor. You can bake this cake within half an hour and get an amazing moist and sweet cake. Let’s bake a cake with the listed instructions.

Vegan Apple Cider Donut Cake

 

Equipment

  • Cakepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Small bowl
  • Cooking Brush

Ingredients

For Cake

  • All-purpose Flour 2 1/2cups
  • Brown Sugar 3/4cup
  • Vegan Cane Sugar 1/4cup
  • Baking Powder 1 1/2tsp
  • Salt 1/2tsp
  • Baking soda, 1/2tsp
  • Cinnamon 2tsp
  • Ground Nutmeg 1/4tsp
  • Ginger 1/4tsp
  • Allspice 1/4tsp
  • Apple Cider 1 1/2cups
  • Unsweetened Applesauce 1/2cup
  • Apple Cider Vinegar 1/2tbsp
  • Vanilla Extract 2tsps

For the topping

  • Unsalted Vegan Butter 4tbsp
  • Vegan Cane Sugar 1/3cup
  • Ground Nutmeg 1/4tsp
  • Salt 1/4tsp

Recipe Instruction Notes

All-purpose Flour: It is used to make a cake dough. You can choose any flour depending on your diet meal plans.
Brown Sugar: Used as a sweetener. You can use the alternative of this item.
Baking Powder: This ingredient is important because it gives a firm and puffy structure.
Cinnamon: To add cinnamon flavor, we used this ingredient.
Apple Sauce: Preferably use fresh apple sauce. It is used to balance the sugar amount.
Vegan butter: Use vegan oil, coconut oil, or vegetable oil as an alternative.
Vegan cane sugar- topping: You can substitute it with white sugar. White sugar gives a crispy flavor.

Instructions

  1. To bake this cake, we will heat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Mist the cake pan with vegan butter. Set aside the pan.
  3. Add all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, vegan cane sugar, allspice, ginger, and brown sugar to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Combine all ingredients.
  5. Mix apple cider vinegar, applesauce, vanilla, and apple cider into this mixture.
  6. Stir all ingredients with the help of a spatula.
  7. Add the mixture to the greased cake pan.
  8. Bake it for 20-30 minutes until the cake is soft and brown.
  9. Set aside the cake on a clean surface for 5-7 minutes until it cools.
  10. Meanwhile, we will prepare the topping.
  11. Add melted vegan butter to a small bowl. Set aside it.
  12. Next, add other toppings such as salt, cane sugar, and nutmeg to a small bowl.
  13. Mix all ingredients.
  14. Apply the melted butter and sugar mixture over a cake with the help of a brush.
  15. The tasty Vegan Apple Cider Donut Cake is ready.

Tips

  • Replace the cane sugar with coconut sugar.
  • Try the cake with different flavors like pear, or vanilla flavor.
  • White vinegar or lemon juice will also work to bake this cake.
  • Check the cake with a tooth stick or fork.
  • Don’t overbake the cake otherwise, it will be burnt and hard.
  • Sprinkle over granulated sugar to give a classic vibe.
  • You can top the cake with fresh sliced fruits to make it colorful.
  • We will add toppings before serving time.

Storage Information

Normal Temperature: Cover the cake in the plastic box and leave it at normal temperature for 1-2 days.
Refrigerator: First, we will pack the cake in a clean and tight container. Store in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
Freezer: Wrap the leftover cake slices in a sealed box and freeze it for approximately 3 months.

FAQs

Why do we use apple cider vinegar to bake this cake?
We used apple cider vinegar in this recipe because it provides a fluffy, soft, and puffy texture to the cake.

Why don’t we use flax seeds to make this Vegan Apple Cider Donut Cake?
Applesauce is already used to make this cake. It is a good substitute for flax seeds. You can use flax seeds at your convenience.

Can I replace the brown sugar with another sweetener?
Absolutely, you can use maple syrup, date syrup, granulated white sugar, or honey. Maintain the sugar level according to your taste.

Nutritional Facts Per Serving Amount

  • Serving Size 1cake slice
  • Total Calories 172kcal
  • Carbohydrates 36g
  • Protein 2g
  • Total Fat 3g
  • Sugar 20g
  • Fiber 1g
  • Iron 1mg
  • Sodium 243mg

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