Craving something sweet and indulgent? These vegan cake recipes prove you don’t need eggs or dairy to create a dessert masterpiece. Packed with flavour, these cakes are perfect for any occasion—or no occasion at all. Here are three irresistible vegan cake recipes to try.
1. Classic Chocolate Cake
Rich, moist, and utterly decadent, this vegan chocolate cake is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups plain flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup almond milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease a cake tin.
- Mix the dry ingredients in one bowl and the wet ingredients in another.
- Combine both mixtures until smooth, then pour into the tin.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Let cool and frost with vegan chocolate ganache.
2. Lemon Coconut Cake
Light and zesty, this cake is perfect for those who enjoy citrus flavours.
Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups self-raising flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ⅓ cup coconut oil (melted)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 175°C and line a loaf tin.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Pour into the tin and bake for 40 minutes, checking with a skewer.
- Cool and glaze with a mix of lemon juice and powdered sugar.
3. Carrot Walnut Cake
Earthy and spiced, this vegan carrot cake is as comforting as it is delicious.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 ½ cups wholemeal flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup almond milk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C and prepare a round cake tin.
- Mix dry ingredients, then fold in wet ingredients and carrots.
- Add walnuts and stir gently.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes. Cool and frost with vegan cream cheese icing.
A Sweet Treat for Everyone
Whether you’re a fan of chocolate, citrus, or spiced desserts, these vegan cakes are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. Ready to bake? Find more inspiration and tips in 3 Vegan Cake Recipes That Will Make Your Mouth Water.