If you’re on the hunt for a delicious dairy-free and vegan dessert, look no further. This vegan apple almond cake is the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. It’s not only dairy-free and egg-free but also incredibly scrumptious, making it a delightful addition to your afternoon tea or dessert menu. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 150g dairy-free spread, melted, plus extra for the tin
- 300ml oat milk
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 350g self-raising flour, plus 1 tbsp to coat the apples
- 100g caster sugar
- 100g light brown soft sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 300g Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into 2cm cubes
- 2 tbsp flaked almonds
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Tin
- Start by greasing a 20cm deep cake tin with dairy-free spread. Line it with baking parchment to ensure your cake doesn’t stick. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan/gas 4).
Step 2: Prepare the Oat Milk Mixture
- Pour the oat milk into a jug and add the lemon juice. Let it sit for about 5 minutes at room temperature. This will create a thickened oat milk mixture.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the self-raising flour, caster sugar, light brown soft sugar, and baking powder.
Step 4: Mix Wet Ingredients
- Pour the thickened oat milk mixture and almond extract into the dry ingredients. Add the melted dairy-free spread and half a teaspoon of salt. Use an electric whisk to beat everything together until well combined.
Step 5: Prepare the Apples
- In another large bowl, place your peeled, cored, and chopped Granny Smith apples. Sprinkle them with the extra 1 tablespoon of flour and toss them to coat evenly.
Step 6: Combine Everything
- Carefully fold the coated apples into the cake batter using a spatula. Ensure the apples are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection
- Spoon the cake mixture into the prepared tin and sprinkle the flaked almonds on top. Bake in the center of the oven for approximately 1 to 1 hour and 20 minutes or until the cake is golden and firm to the touch.
Step 8: Enjoy!
- Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes in the tin. You can serve it warm or transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 445
- Fat: 16g
- Saturates: 4g
- Carbs: 67g
- Sugars: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Salt: 1.15g
Whether you’re following a vegan or dairy-free diet or simply want to enjoy a delicious apple-infused dessert, this vegan apple almond cake is a delightful choice. Its moist and flavorful crumb, combined with the natural sweetness of apples and the subtle nuttiness of almonds, will leave you craving another slice.
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