Vegan Biscoff Cake: A Guilt-Free Indulgence

Who does not love such a cake combined with deep caramel flavor and gentle crumb texture? It may be a part of a nice dessert when special celebrations or moments to fulfill sweet indulgences in a day take place. Then what if these cravings are offered to you but with no such guilty feeling at all and traditional heavy ingredients at play? Do not worry—the good news: vegan cakes arrive as light for everyone embracing such a plant-based diet.

One of the latest trends to take over dessert tables is the vegan Biscoff cake, which boasts a rich spiced biscuit taste and airy texture. Not only is it free from dairy and eggs, but it also lets you experience the same luxurious flavors you'd expect from a classic Biscoff cake. Whether you’re a vegan or just looking to experiment with healthier baking alternatives, this recipe will not only meet your taste expectations but exceed them. Let’s dive into this simple and scrumptious vegan Biscoff cake recipe, and discover how easy it is to make it a part of your next celebration or cozy afternoon snack.

Recipe for Vegan Biscoff Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup Vegan Biscoff spread
• 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
• ½ cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Method:

1. Start by preheating your oven to 180°C and greasing two 8-inch cake pans and lining them with parchment paper for easy removal. Combine the brown sugar, Biscoff spread, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until well combined. Gradually add the almond milk and apple cider vinegar to the mixture, stirring until smooth.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl. Add the dry ingredients slowly to the wet ingredients; mix gently till just incorporated - don't overwork the batter.
3. Pour equal amounts of the batter into prepared cake pans, making sure the surfaces are smooth. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean. Once done, take the cakes out of the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
4. You may use more Biscoff spread and mix it with a little almond milk to have the right spreading consistency for frosting. Spread enough frosting between layers and on top of the cake. You may top it off with crushed Biscoff biscuits or drizzled Biscoff spread for more richness.

10 Easy Substitutions to Add for Vegan Biscoff Cake

Flour Substitution

If you want gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Whichever flour you opt for, ensure its structure is well formed so the cake's texture remains light.

Milk Options

For almond milk, you can use any plant-based milk. Oat milk, soy milk, or coconut milk can give it a little different flavor; however, they complement the Biscoff spread stunningly.

Sugar Substitutions

In healthier terms, instead of using brown sugar, consider the options below or any others similar in caramel or sweet flavour for which the product has its excellence, paired particularly well with Biscoff.

Oil

When in the mood to get some subtle neutral flavor instead, try the coconut oil version, just replaced by using a bit of vegetable or olive oil that work good not letting dry down.

Apple Cider Vinegar Replacement

Instead of using apple cider vinegar, lemon juice does the perfect work of activating the baking soda so that it makes the cake rise and fluff.

Egg Replacer

The difficulty in vegan cakes is that they lack eggs, but this recipe uses apple cider vinegar for the chemical reaction that is necessary to leaven the batter. Also, you can use a flax egg as an alternative (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water).

Frosting Variation

You know, for those of you seeking lighter frosting, do whip some coconut cream together with a bit of powdered sugar and a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract, all dairy-free! That makes this most scrumptious fluffy frosting so nicely suited with the cake, as in spices.

Biscoff Spread

Switch it up using speculoos-style cookies by replacing Biscoff spread and add nutty goodness using peanut butter! Check if your Biscoff is vegan-friendly too!

Nuts and Seeds

Add extra texture with chopped pecans, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds into the batter of this cake. Such will give taste as well as look more appetizing.

Toppings and Garnishes

Whereas a sprinkling of crushed Biscoff biscuits gives such a perfect garnish to it, it may be alternately accompanied with chopped dates, dried fruits, or even with cinnamon powder, thereby adding an additional texture to this cake while layering multiple layers of flavor complementing its spicy nature so aptly.