Vegan Vanilla Pound Cake
Vegan Vanilla Pound Cake is a light, fluffy dessert that’s both delicious and cruelty-free. Made without any dairy or eggs, it uses plant-based ingredients while still delivering a rich vanilla flavor. Perfect for those following a vegan lifestyle or anyone seeking a healthier alternative, this cake is moist, sweet, and ideal for any occasion or casual treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9×5 inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any non-dairy milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons non-dairy milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt optional, to balance the sweetness
Instructions
Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the almond milk, vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil), applesauce, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt if using.
- If the glaze is too thick, add more non-dairy milk, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar.
Glaze the Cake:
- Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.