Description
This vegan pumpkin spice cake is a moist, flavorful dessert perfect for fall and holiday seasons. Made with pumpkin puree and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this easy-to-make cake uses simple plant-based ingredients to offer a delicious treat without eggs or dairy.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients including the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and almond milk until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Combine Wet & Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, ensuring the cake is fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving to ensure the texture sets well.
Notes
- Ensure pumpkin puree is pure and unsweetened for best flavor balance.
- Almond milk can be substituted with any other plant-based milk such as soy or oat milk.
- To add extra texture, consider folding in 1/2 cup chopped nuts or vegan chocolate chips before baking.
- Storage: Keep the cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- This cake can be enjoyed plain or topped with vegan frosting or whipped coconut cream for a special touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: vegan pumpkin spice cake, vegan cake, pumpkin dessert, dairy free cake, plant-based dessert, autumn cake, holiday baking
