Description
Indulge in the incredible flavors of our Vegan Pecan Upside Down Cake, a delightful fusion of moist cake and the iconic taste of pecan pie. This dessert brings together a luscious topping of gooey pecans caramelized in maple syrup and warm spices, resting atop a soft and buttery base. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not only simple to prepare but also satisfying for both vegan and non-vegan palates alike. Whether enjoyed warm with dairy-free ice cream or savored cold as a snack, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115g) vegan butter
- 1/3 cup (65g) packed light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons (65g) maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (105g) chopped pecans
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose plain flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt (if using unsalted butter)
- 3/4 cup (190g) dairy-free milk (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup (55g) neutral flavored oil
- 1/4 cup (55g) melted vegan butter (and cooled or extra oil)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare your round cake pan by lining it with parchment paper and greasing it well.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the vegan butter, then stir in the light brown sugar, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt until combined. Pour this mixture into the prepared pan and sprinkle chopped pecans on top.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together dairy-free milk, neutral oil, melted vegan butter, apple cider vinegar (if using), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Pour batter over pecan topping and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different nuts like walnuts or almonds for added flavor. For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with your choice of gluten-free blend. Serve with fresh fruit or dairy-free whipped cream for an extra special treat.