Ingredients
This recipe for vegan fruit cake is free from gluten, dairy and eggs, making it a healthy and delicious treat for everyone to enjoy. To make this delicious cake you'll need:
- 2 cups of gluten free flour
- 1/2 cup of almond milk
- 1/4 cup of coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of vegan dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup of mixed dried fruit (such as raisins, cranberries, and apricots)
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with a bit of coconut oil and line the bottom with a round of parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, mix together the almond milk, coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips, dried fruit and nuts. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Once finished baking, remove the cake from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, the cake can be served on its own or topped with a vegan cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
This vegan fruit cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without packing on the calories. Each slice of cake contains approximately 220 calories, 9 grams of fat, 36 grams of carbohydrates, 4 grams of fiber, and 4 grams of protein.
The cake is also a great source of vitamins and minerals. It's a good source of vitamin E, which helps to protect the body's cells from damage, and vitamin B6, which helps to support a healthy immune system. The dried fruit and nuts used in the cake are also a good source of magnesium, which helps to promote healthy bones and muscles.
This vegan fruit cake is a great way to enjoy a sweet treat without having to worry about unhealthy ingredients. Enjoy it as a dessert after a meal, or as a snack with a cup of tea or coffee.