Sweet symphony of flavors with this delightful Vegan Custard Apple Cake. Bursting with the natural sweetness of custard apples and the comforting essence of vanilla, this cake is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a celebration of plant-based goodness. Whether for a special occasion or a casual dessert, this vegan cake is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Vegan Custard Apple Cake

A moist and flavorful cake made with fresh custard apple pulp, perfect for a unique and tropical vegan dessert.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup custard apple pulp (from approximately 2 custard apples)
  • 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Frosting (Optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter, softened
  • 1-2 tablespoons almond milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.

2. Prepare the Custard Apples:

  • Cut custard apples in half, remove the seeds, and scoop out the pulp. Mash or blend until smooth.

3. Make the Cake Batter:

  • In a large bowl, mix custard apple pulp, almond milk, sugar, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract until the sugar dissolves.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Don’t overmix.

4. Bake the Cake:

  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

5. Prepare the Frosting (Optional):

  • Beat together powdered sugar, vegan butter, almond milk, and vanilla extract until creamy.

6. Frost the Cake:

  • Once cooled, frost the cake and optionally drizzle with extra custard apple pulp.

7. Slice and Serve:

  • Slice into servings and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Serves 12):

  • Calories: 250
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Total Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 20g
  • Protein: 2g