Enjoy vegan custard apple cake—a soft, moist, and dairy-free dessert made with fresh custard apples and warm spices.
This vegan custard apple cake is light, fluffy, and naturally sweet, making it perfect for tea time, celebrations, or a comforting dessert.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 40–45 minutes
Serves: 8–10 slices
🧺 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup custard apple pulp (seeds removed)
- ⅓ cup neutral oil (sunflower or coconut)
- ½ cup plant-based milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
👩🍳 Instructions
Firstly, preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a cake pan.
Next, whisk all dry ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
Meanwhile, in another bowl, mix custard apple pulp, oil, plant-based milk, vanilla, and vinegar.
Then, gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
After that, pour the batter into the prepared pan and level the top.
Finally, bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Extra Moist: Add 2 tbsp applesauce or mashed banana.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Nutty Twist: Fold in chopped walnuts or almonds.
- Spiced Version: Add cardamom or ginger for warmth.
- Cupcakes: Bake in muffin tins for 20–25 minutes.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Custard Apple Cake
Firstly, custard apple is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, supporting immunity.
Secondly, using plant-based ingredients makes this cake cholesterol-free and heart-friendly.
Moreover, natural fruit sweetness reduces the need for excess sugar.
In addition, baking instead of frying keeps the dessert lighter and healthier.
As a result, this cake offers indulgence with balanced nutrition.
Finally, it’s suitable for vegans, kids, and anyone with dairy or egg allergies.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Firstly, reduce spices for a milder taste.
- Then, add dairy-free chocolate chips for fun.
- Next, bake in mini cake molds or cupcake liners.
- Finally, serve with coconut whipped cream or fruit sauce.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approximate)
- Calories: 230–260 kcal
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
