Fish Free Pumpkin Spice Cake
Total time1 hr 55 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time35 min
4.5(7)
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12 servings
For the cake
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 6 tbsp water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
Chef's tipUse a stick or block-style dairy-free butter - not a soft tub spread - and swap one-for-one. - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
For serving
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the ground flaxseed and water until combined. Set aside for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens to a gel-like consistency.
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