Effortless Vegan Nut Cake

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Soft vegan nut loaf comes together with almond milk and coconut oil in just 70 minutes. You can swap to gluten-free if you want.
Haya
Updated on Mon, 09 Jun 2025 17:08:16 GMT
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Bite into a soft vegan nut loaf, where ground hazelnuts mix with a light, fluffy base made from almond milk and coconut oil. It's got a nutty kick with a melt-in-your-mouth crumb that's seriously hard to resist.

Irresistible Ingredients

  • Baking soda: Makes the batter light and fluffy without eggs
  • Apple cider vinegar: Kicks up the rise when mixed with baking soda
  • Coconut oil: Gets things extra moist and velvety
  • Almond milk: Adds a gentle touch and plenty of moisture
  • Hazelnuts: Brings loads of nutty flavor to every bite
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Easy Steps to Yummy Cake

Baking and cooling:
Pop it in the oven at 175°C for about 45 minutes. Let it chill with the oven off for ten minutes.
Mixing the batter:
Stir together all the dry stuff, then blend in the wet ingredients for a smooth dough.
Getting started:
Combine almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and baking soda – watch for bubbles. Add in melted coconut oil next.

This fluffy vegan nut loaf is all the proof you need that plant-based baking isn’t tricky at all. It turns out awesome every single time.

Fun Twists to Try

  • Chop in some walnuts or almonds
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips or cacao nibs inside
  • Switch up spices—try cardamom or ginger
  • Make minis or muffins with the same batter

Keeping It Fresh

  • Lasts up to 5 days wrapped in foil
  • Cuts easily into slices for freezing up to 3 months
  • Drop the slices in airtight containers to store
  • Slice before storing for grab-and-go servings
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Fix Hiccups

  • Is it sticking? Keep it baking till the toothpick comes out clean
  • Crumbly? Try a bit more coconut oil next time
  • If it sinks, your cake might need a few more minutes in the oven
  • Dried out? Check a few minutes sooner next bake

Tasty Ways to Enjoy

  • Shake on some powdered sugar
  • Add a dollop of plant-based whipped cream
  • Fresh berries make a great topping
  • Grab a slice as an afternoon treat

This easy vegan nut loaf adapts to any mood or moment. With its nut-rich smell and fluffy slice, it’s the kind of bake you’ll make for every get-together.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I swap out the nuts?
Totally, use almonds, pecans, or walnuts instead of hazelnuts as long as they’re ground up fine.
→ Do I have to use coconut oil?
Nope, a plain veggie oil works. You’ll notice a little flavor change, but your loaf will stay soft.
→ How long does it stay fresh?
Keep it in a sealed box on your counter and it’ll stay yummy and soft for 4 or 5 days.
→ Can you freeze it?
Sure! Break it into pieces, wrap tight, and freeze up to three months.
→ Which type of almond milk works?
Go for unsweetened if you can, but any plant milk you like will do the job.

Effortless Vegan Nut Cake

This soft vegan nut loaf is made in a pan, uses almond milk and coconut oil. It’s a tasty snack or dessert.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
60 Minutes
Total Time
70 Minutes
By: Haya

Category: Desserts & Baking

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: European

Yield: 12 Servings

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Wet ingredients

01 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
02 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
03 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
04 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
06 1 cup (250ml) almond milk
07 2/3 cup (150g) coconut oil

→ Dry ingredients

08 Pinch of salt
09 1 teaspoon baking powder
10 1 cup (100g) ground hazelnuts
11 1 3/4 cups flour (1/2 cup buckwheat flour + 1 1/4 cups spelt flour)

→ For finishing

12 A sprinkle of powdered sugar on top

Instructions

Step 01

Get your oven running at 350°F (175°C) with the fan on if you've got that setting. Grab a loaf pan and pop in some parchment paper, or just rub a little oil and dust with flour if that’s easier.

Step 02

Let the coconut oil melt gently in a saucepan over super low heat. Once it’s liquid, move it off the burner and let it hang out while you work on the rest.

Step 03

In your biggest bowl, dump in the almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and baking soda. Give it a good mix until you see some bubbles. Pour in your cooled coconut oil next. Add vanilla and brown sugar and keep stirring till it all comes together smoothly.

Step 04

Mix the flours, hazelnuts, cinnamon, baking powder, and a dash of salt in a second bowl. Pour this all into your wet stuff and fold it gently till it just looks like you can’t spot any more dry bits. Don’t go overboard with the mixing.

Step 05

Transfer the mixture into the pan. Pop it in the oven for about 45 minutes. Stick a toothpick or wooden skewer in the middle—if it comes out with nothing on it, you’re good. Want extra moisture? Let it rest in the oven, turned off, for another ten minutes.

Step 06

Let it chill all the way in the pan. Once it's totally cool, pull it out, shake some powdered sugar on top, slice it up, and you’re set to enjoy.

Notes

  1. Using gluten-free flours? Stir in two tablespoons of plain applesauce so the batter holds together better.

Tools You'll Need

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan, roughly 9x4 inches (23x10 cm)
  • Hand mixer or a regular whisk
  • Small saucepan
  • Parchment paper

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Has tree nuts (hazelnuts)
  • Has gluten (with spelt flour version)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 230
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~