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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake

Indulge in the warmth of autumn with our Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of the season. This moist and fluffy cake is infused with a rich blend of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating an irresistible treat that’s perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy afternoons. Topped with a creamy dairy-free frosting, this cake is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Whether served alongside your favorite hot beverage or garnished with fresh fruits and nuts, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 480ml of dairy-free milk
  • 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar
  • 420g of self raising flour
  • 350g of caster sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda
  • 1 & 1/2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cloves
  • 2 teaspoons of ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger
  • 120ml of sunflower oil
  • 100g of pumpkin puree
  • 400g of dairy-free block butter
  • 80g of dairy-free cream cheese
  • 360g of icing sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • Orange food gel
  • Cocoa powder
  • Vegan caramel sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a baking pan.
  2. Combine dairy-free milk and apple cider vinegar; let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk self-raising flour, caster sugar, baking powder, spices until well mixed.
  4. Mix sunflower oil and pumpkin puree into the milk mixture.
  5. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cake before frosting with whipped dairy-free butter and cream cheese mixture.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Plant-based

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Sift dry ingredients to avoid lumps. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips if desired.