Go Back
–+ servings
Almond Cake Recipe With Figs And Blueberries, on wooden background

Gluten Free Vegan Almond Cake

Simple and delicious, Almond Cake With Fresh Fruit is gluten-free and vegan, topped with a creamy cashew frosting and luscious fruits!
5 from 2 votes
Print Pin
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond cake, gluten free vegan almond cake, vegan almond cake
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 344kcal

Ingredients

For The Frosting

  • 1 cup coconut cream
  • 1 cup cashews soaked for a couple hours
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

For The Cake

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup oat flour
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup apple sauce
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

To Make The Frosting

  • Place 1 can of full-fat coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight.
  • The following day, invert the can, cut it open, drain the liquid into a bowl, and reserve it to add to curries or smoothies.
  • Place the remaining coconut cream (1 cup) in a food processor along with cashews, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, and almond extract.
  • Process until smooth, pausing to scrape down sides. Transfer to a bowl and apply to the top of the cake. Top with fresh fruits.

To Make The Almond Cake

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease or line the cake pan with parchment paper (I used a springform pan).
  • Combine almond flour, oat flour, tapioca flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  • In a smaller bowl, mix maple syrup, apple sauce, coconut oil, vanilla and almond extract
  • Whisk the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients until fully combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until the fork inserted in the center comes out clean.minutes,
  • Allow to cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cool rack to cool completely before applying frosting.

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 228mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 2mg