Vegan Cinnamon Apple Cake

ByHannah Peterson

Vegan Cinnamon Apple Cake

Moist, spiced, and bursting with fresh apple chunks — this Vegan Cinnamon Apple Cake tastes like a warm hug in dessert form! 🍂💛

This cake combines tender apples with cozy cinnamon and brown sugar to create a soft, flavorful treat that’s perfect for any time of year — especially fall. Whether served warm with vegan ice cream or paired with a cup of coffee, it’s simple, satisfying, and completely plant-based.

💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • 100% vegan — no dairy, no eggs, no fuss!
  • Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla
  • Loaded with fresh apples for juicy texture
  • Easy one-bowl recipe — no mixer needed
  • Great for brunch, dessert, or as a cozy snack

🍏 Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ¾ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ cup neutral oil (like sunflower or canola)
  • ¼ cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 medium apples, peeled and chopped
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Stir in brown sugar, applesauce, oil, milk, and vanilla until combined — don’t overmix.
  4. Fold in apples: Gently fold in the chopped apples (and nuts, if using).
  5. Bake: Pour into prepared pan and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool & serve: Let the cake cool, then dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with vegan caramel.

🌿 Tips

  • Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for the perfect sweet-tart balance.
  • Add a sprinkle of brown sugar + cinnamon on top before baking for a caramelized crust.
  • Store covered at room temperature for 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5.

🍰 Serving Ideas

✨ Warm with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream
✨ Topped with vegan whipped cream
✨ As a cozy breakfast cake with tea or coffee

This Vegan Cinnamon Apple Cake is pure comfort — perfectly spiced, tender, and full of apple goodness in every bite! 🍎💛

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