Dairy Free Apple Cake

Total time1 hr 20 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time45 min

Soft applesauce and juicy chunks of apple keep this snack cake incredibly moist, while a warm hit of cinnamon and nutmeg runs through every bite. The flax mixture does the binding work here, so the crumb stays tender and holds together beautifully once sliced. Toasted walnuts fold in for a little crunch against all that soft, spiced cake, and a cinnamon-sugar topping bakes into a lightly crisp, golden crust. It comes together in one pan with a simple fold-and-bake method, so there's no fussy technique standing between you and dessert. This is an easy one to bake on repeat for a dairy free kitchen, whether it's an afternoon snack or a low-key dessert after dinner.

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Ingredients

9 servings

For the flax egg

For the cake

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
⅓ cup neutral oil (such as canola oil or vegetable oil)
⅓ cup whole milk
Chef's tip
Use plain, unsweetened oat milk, measured 1:1. It works well in drinks, batters, sauces, and soups; avoid it where milk sets the texture, like custards, puddings, and frozen desserts.
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch chunks (about 2 cups)
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For the topping

1 tbsp granulated sugar
¼ tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2
In a small bowl, stir together the ground flaxseed and 3 tbsp water until combined. Set aside for 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens to a gel.

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