How can I ensure this apple cake is gluten-free?

To make this Southern-Style Apple Cake gluten-free, use certified gluten-free quick oats and oat flour as specified in the ingredients list.

Can I serve the apple cake without the frosting?

Yes, you can enjoy the Southern-Style Apple Cake warm, sliced, and even spread with a little softened vegan butter or drizzled with maple syrup, as suggested in the steps.

What contributes to the moistness of this apple cake?

The moist texture of this apple cake comes from the combination of unsweetened applesauce, melted vegan butter, and almond milk, along with oat flour.

How should I store leftover Southern-Style Apple Cake?

Store any leftover Southern-Style Apple Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or refrigerate if frosted. It can also be frozen for longer storage.

Can I use a different plant-based milk in this recipe?

While the recipe calls for unsweetened almond milk, other plant-based milks like soy or oat milk could likely be substituted, though the texture might vary slightly.

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Southern-Style Apple Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
[Vegan]

JG By: Jillian Glenn

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Southern-Style Apple Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting [Vegan]

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Ingredients You Need for Southern-Style Apple Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting [Vegan]

For the Apple Cake:

Nonstick spray, for pan
1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup (180 ml) pure maple syrup
1/2 cup (120 ml) melted vegan butter
1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened almond milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (9 g) baking powder
2 teaspoons (9 g) baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup (45 g) quick oats (certified gluten-free, if needed)
2 1/4 cups (281 g) oat flour (certified gluten-free, if needed)

For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting:

2 oz (57 g) vegan cream cheese
2 tablespoons (28 g) softened vegan butter
3/4 cup (90 g) confectioners’ sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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How to Prepare Southern-Style Apple Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting [Vegan]

Prepare the apple cake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9 x 5–inch (23 x 13–cm) loaf pan with nonstick spray.
In a large bowl, use a fork or whisk to mix together the applesauce, maple syrup, melted vegan butter, almond milk, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. Add the oats and oat flour and mix until well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until you can stick a toothpick into the center of the cake and it comes out clean.
Prepare the cinnamon cream cheese frosting (if using): In a medium-sized bowl, use an electric mixer to mix together the vegan cream cheese, softened vegan butter, confectioners’ sugar and cinnamon.
Once the apple cake is done, remove it from the oven and its pan. Slice and serve warm. I love enjoying it this way with a little softened vegan butter spread over the top. My mom loves drizzling maple syrup over it!
If frosting, allow the cake to cool on a wire rack, then spread with the cinnamon cream cheese frosting.