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
