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Vegan Apple Cake with Cinnamon Buttercream | A Healthy Plant-Based Baking Alternative

*Vegan Apple Cake with Cinnamon Buttercream* Don’t be fooled—the secret ingredient to this incredibly moist vegan cake is actually applesauce. Slightly sweet and perfectly spiced, this plant-based cake is topped with a creamy cinnamon buttercream that pairs beautifully with juicy apples and caramel sauce. Make this when your sweet tooth is calling and you want a healthier option! *Ingredients:* _For the cake:_ - 3¼ cups flour - 1 cup sugar - ½ cup packed brown sugar - 3 tsp baking powder - 1 tsp baking soda - 2 tsp ground cinnamon - ½ tsp ground allspice - 2 cups unsweetened applesauce - ¾ cup plant-based milk - ½ cup neutral oil - 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar - 1 tsp vanilla extract _For the vegan buttercream:_ - 2 sticks vegan butter - 2½ cups powdered sugar - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 1–2 Tbsp plant-based milk (as needed) _For the apple topping:_ - 3 apples, peeled and sliced - ½ stick vegan butter - 2 Tbsp brown sugar - 2 Tbsp sugar - 1 tsp cinnamon - ¼ cup caramel sauce *1. Prepare the cake batter* Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease or line a 10-inch round cake pan. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and allspice until evenly combined. Then, add the applesauce, plant-based milk, oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract. Mix just until combined — do not overmix. Spread evenly into the prepared pan. *2. Bake the cake* Bake at 350°F for 30 min and check with a toothpick until cooked through. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely while you make the buttercream. In another large bowl, beat the vegan butter until light and fluffy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until smooth. Adjust consistency by adding more powdered sugar for a firmer frosting or a little plant milk for a softer texture. *3. Prepare the caramelized apples* In a skillet over medium heat, melt the vegan butter. Add sliced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Cook until the apples are soft and lightly caramelized. *4. Assemble the cake* Spread the buttercream evenly over the cooled cake. Swirl caramel sauce into the frosting and top with the caramelized apple slices. Slice and serve. __________________________________________ *Scrumdiddlyumptious brings you creative recipes & cooking hacks every day, so be sure to like, follow, and subscribe for inspiring new ideas. Home cooking has never been so easy, or so fun!* 💚 YouTube Memberships: https://www.youtube.com/scrumdiddlyumptious/join 💚 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scrumdiddlyumptiouscom 💚 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scrumdiddlyumptious_recipes 💚 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scrumdiddlyumptious.com 💚 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/scrumdiddlyumptious 💚 Website: https://www.scrumdiddlyumptious.com __________________________________________