Vegan Upside Down Apple Cake – A Delicious Italian Recipe

Enjoy a flavorful Vegan Upside Down Apple Cake, a delightful twist on a classic Italian dessert.

Introduction

Get ready to indulge in a scrumptious vegan treat with our Vegan Upside Down Apple Cake recipe. This Italian dessert is made without butter, eggs, milk, or yogurt, ensuring a lighter yet equally delicious experience. Similar to the famous tarte tatin, this cake features a layer of caramel followed by juicy apples at the base, topped with a fluffy cake batter. After baking, it’s flipped to reveal a stunning presentation of caramelized apples. This cake is not only soft and fragrant but is also enhanced with walnuts and pine nuts for a delightful crunch.

Ingredients

• 3 medium apples, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 cup flour (all-purpose or gluten-free)
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small saucepan, melt the brown sugar and coconut oil together until the mixture is caramelized and bubbly. Pour it into the base of a round cake pan.
3. Arrange the sliced apples evenly over the caramel layer.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and walnuts. Stir in the almond milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Pour the batter over the apples, ensuring they are fully covered.
6. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
8. Garnish with pine nuts and serve warm or at room temperature.

Variations to Try

If you enjoy this recipe, you might also like our Vegan Raspberry Cake or explore other tasty variations such as the Water-Based Apple Cake or Oat Milk Apple Cake.