Vegan Cinnamon Apple Cake

🍎 Vegan Cinnamon Apple Cake – A Cozy Dessert Delight 🍰

There’s something incredibly comforting about the warm scent of apples and cinnamon wafting through the kitchen. This Vegan Cinnamon Apple Cake brings all the cozy fall vibes in one delicious, plant-based treat. It’s sweet, soft, and perfectly spiced—with a lovely crunch from chopped walnuts. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon pick-me-up, this cake is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

🍏 Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 large apple, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup vegetable oil or unsweetened applesauce (for a lower-fat option)
• 1 cup brown sugar (ensure it’s vegan)
• 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water)
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt

🧁 Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the flax eggs by mixing 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens and becomes gel-like.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flax eggs, applesauce (or oil), brown sugar, white sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
4. Sift in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until everything is fully incorporated—do not overmix.
5. Gently fold in the chopped apple pieces and chopped walnuts, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing and slicing.

🍂 Serving Suggestions:

• Serve warm with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream or a dollop of coconut whipped cream.
• Dust with a bit of powdered sugar for a classic finish.
• Enjoy a slice with your morning coffee or chai.

💡 Tips & Customizations:

• Not a fan of walnuts? Swap them with pecans, raisins, or even shredded coconut.
• For a more decadent cake, drizzle with a vegan cream cheese glaze or maple syrup.
• Want more texture? Add an extra chopped apple or a handful of oats to the batter.