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Vegan Pumpkin Cake

Indulge in Fluffy Vegan Pumpkin Cake Bliss This Fall

Enjoy this Vegan Pumpkin Cake, a guilt-free dessert perfect for gatherings, topped with creamy maple cinnamon frosting.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use homemade for thicker consistency
  • 1 cup Dairy-Free Milk Soy milk preferred
  • 1/3 cup Neutral Flavored Oil Substitute half with melted vegan butter for richer flavor
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can also be used
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Optional to use more brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice can be substituted
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Make your own blend for personalization
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Optional
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Block Butter At room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Adjust to taste
Optional Decoration
  • as desired Biscoff Pumpkins For seasonal flair

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cake pans
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 355°F (180°C) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the wet ingredients until smooth: pumpkin puree, dairy-free milk, neutral oil, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
  3. Sift in the pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda to the wet mixture, stirring gently.
  4. Gradually add the flour and salt, stirring until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 33 to 38 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 15 to 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the frosting by beating the vegan butter, then adding powdered sugar, cinnamon, and maple syrup until well combined.
  8. Level the tops of the cooled cakes if necessary, frost the top of one layer, place the second on top, and frost the entire cake.
  9. Decorate with Biscoff pumpkins or toppings of choice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the spoon and level method for flour, ensure room temperature ingredients, and avoid overmixing for best results.

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