Virtuous Vegan Pumpkin Cake Recipe

Name: Virtuous Vegan Pumpkin Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups unsweetened pumpkin puree; 3/4 cup maple syrup; 6 tablespoons light olive oil; 1 large ripe banana, mashed; 200 grams spelt flour, or plain flour; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 pinch sea salt; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup untoasted coconut flakes

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups unsweetened pumpkin puree
3/4 cup maple syrup
6 tablespoons light olive oil
1 large ripe banana, mashed
200 grams spelt flour, or plain flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch sea salt
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup untoasted coconut flakes

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["Preheat the oven to 170C fan bake. Grease and line a 22cm diameter cake tin.
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In a food processor, blend together the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, olive oil and banana, until smooth. Pour this mixture into a large bowl, and sift in the flour, spices, raising agents and salt. Combine together until everything is well mixed. Add the apple cider vinegar and mix quickly to incorporate.", "Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and sprinkle over the coconut flakes, pressing them down lightly into the batter.
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Bake for approximately 40 minutes or until golden in colour, springy to the touch and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the tin for around 10 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack.", "Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container for up to 3 days."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups unsweetened pumpkin puree, 3/4 cup maple syrup, 6 tablespoons light olive oil, 1 large ripe banana, mashed, and more.

Yes, Virtuous Vegan Pumpkin Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Virtuous Vegan Pumpkin Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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