The Vegan Cinnamon Roll Cake is exciting to eat. It uses plant-based ingredients. Vegans can enjoy it without guilt. This cake is delicious. It is also satisfying to eat. The Vegan Cinnamon Roll Cake needs 40 minutes to get ready. It has a sweet taste. You get a soft texture. The recipe is not difficult. You can mix the batter quickly. When you make the swirl, it melts in the cake. It also has a good smell when it bakes. This cake does not require yeast. You get cinnamon rolls in a cake form. The cake feels light. You can make it for a treat. Make it for gatherings, guests, or parties. Beginners will enjoy making this delicious recipe.
STATS:
- Caloric count: 260 kcal
- Prep duration: 10 minutes
- Portion size: 1 slice
- Cook time: 28 to 30 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 40 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving: 9
EQUIPMENT:
- Measuring cups
- Oven
- Measuring spoons
- Baking pan (8×8-inch)
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls
INGREDIENTS:
CAKE:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp melted vegan butter
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ⅓ cup sugar
- Salt (a pinch)
- 1 tsp vanilla
CINNAMON SWIRL:
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp melted vegan butter
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
GLAZE:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp plant milk
- ¼ tsp vanilla
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:
- This flour helps in giving the cake a structure. It gives it softness. It also keeps the cake firm. For an alternative, use gluten-free flour.
PLANT-BASED MILK:
- It gives moisture to the cake. It makes blending easy. You can utilize any vegan milk for this. Almond milk will make a light cake. Oat milk will make a softer cake.
VEGAN BUTTER:
- Butter provides the cake with softness. It can melt the swirl easily. Use coconut oil as an alternative. Oil also works fine. Vegan butter will give the best flavor.
BROWN SUGAR:
- It gives a gooey texture when you melt it. Makes a nice swirl and also gives a caramel taste. You can also make use of coconut sugar.
CINNAMON:
- Cinnamon provides the cake with a nice scent. It also gives a sweet taste. For a substitution, use nutmeg. But cinnamon works best.
POWDERED SUGAR:
- It helps in making the glaze glossy. It can melt easily over warm cake. Maple syrup will also work in its place.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm your oven to 180°C.
- Place some oil in the baking pan.
- Take a mixing bowl.
- Add the dry ingredients to it.
- Mix in the wet ingredients.
- Keep mixing slowly.
- Place the complete mixture inside the pan.
- Make the top smooth.
- Take a small bowl.
- Combine the ingredients for the cinnamon swirl.
- Create a thick mixture.
- Pour this mixture over the cake batter.
- Swirl it using a knife.
- Bake the cake for 30 minutes.
- Cool it down for 10 minutes after baking.
- Use a bowl to combine the components for the glaze.
- Pour it over the warm cake.
- Slice your cake and enjoy it.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- When having tea, enjoy this cake along with it.
- For a nicer look, include some vegan ice cream.
- You can also add some more cinnamon to the cake.
TIPS:
- Make sure you melt the vegan butter completely. This will help in smoother mixing.
- When swirling, make them deep in the cake batter. This will give a good taste.
- Cool down the cake first. This will help in slicing neat pieces.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- You need to keep this cake in a sealed box. Only refrigerate it for 5 days.
FREEZER:
- Only freeze the cake slices. Make sure to wrap them. Place them in the freezer for only 2 months.
FAQs:
What if I omit the glazing?
- You can skip it. The cake will still have a good flavor.
What nuts can I include?
- Walnuts and chopped pecans are good options.
How to make this cake in double the amount?
- Use a 9×13 pan. Also, bake the cake for a longer time.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Iron: 1.2 milligrams
Total carbs: 36 g
Vitamin A: 120 IU
Calories: 260 kcal
Fiber: 1.5 g
Calcium: 65 milligrams
Net carbs: 33 g
Protein: 3.5 grams
Serving size: 1 slice
Sodium: 180 milligrams
Serving: 9
Potassium: 110 milligrams
