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Delicious Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake topped with autumn spices and cream

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cake

This delightful vegan pumpkin spice cake is perfect for fall gatherings, featuring warm spices and a moist, tender crumb. Topped with a creamy frosting, it's a comforting treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger
  • 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp Ground cloves
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened plant milk
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Vegan cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup Vegan butter 1 stick, softened
  • 3-4 cups Powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp Plant milk as needed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven
  • Spatula
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Prep
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them, or lining with parchment paper.
Make the Cake
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, plant milk, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened vegan cream cheese and vegan butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing until fully incorporated; then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. If the frosting is too thick, add plant milk one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of the first layer, place the second layer on top, and then frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
  2. Decorate as desired and serve.

Notes

Ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter and better rise. Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.