Craving cake but skipping the eggs and dairy? You’re in luck — vegan cake recipes have come a long way from dry oat bricks and cardboard frosting. Today, whether you're an ethical eater, lactose and/or egg-intolerant, or just curious, there's a whole world of fluffy, moist, and downright delicious vegan cakes out there.
Let’s explore how these plant-based delights are made, share a few easy vegan cake recipes, and highlight some incredible ready-to-eat vegan cakes from Kipferl (yes, we’ve got dessert royalty covered).
A vegan cake recipe replaces all animal products (eggs, dairy, butter, even honey) with plant-based alternatives:
Egg replacements: Flax eggs, chia eggs, applesauce, mashed banana, or commercial egg replacers
Milk substitutes: Oat, almond, soy, or coconut milk
Butter swaps: Vegan butter, coconut oil, or sunflower oil
Sweeteners: Maple syrup, coconut sugar, or agave nectar
The result? A cake that’s just as indulgent, but kinder to animals, the planet — and sometimes your gut.
The ultimate crowd-pleaser, rich and satisfying. And guess what? It doesn’t need butter or eggs to be delicious.
Ingredients:
Flour, cocoa powder, baking soda
Plant milk + vinegar (hello, DIY buttermilk!)
Brown sugar
Oil (rapeseed or sunflower)
Espresso shot (to boost the chocolate taste!)
Bake, cool, and frost with a vegan chocolate ganache made with dark chocolate and coconut cream. Boom — the best vegan chocolate cake recipe at your service.
Fluffy, sweet, and slightly spiced, this one’s a teatime legend.
Ingredients:
Grated carrots
Whole wheat or spelt flour
Ground cinnamon, nutmeg
Plant milk + lemon juice
Chopped walnuts or pecans
Optional: pineapple chunks or raisins for moisture
Top with vegan cream cheese frosting, and suddenly you’ve got the best vegan cake recipe UK-approved.
Because gluten-free doesn’t mean fun-free.
Ingredients:
Almond flour + gluten-free flour mix
Lemon zest + juice
Maple syrup
Olive oil or vegan butter
Baking soda & powder combo for rise
Great for birthdays, brunches, or when you're just craving a sweet pick-me-up with a cuppa. ☕️
Make it special with a vanilla sponge, colorful fruit, or rainbow layers using plant-based food colouring.
Frosting tip: Whipped coconut cream or cashew buttercream will make it party-worthy (and Instagrammable). Don’t forget the sprinkles — vegan ones, of course!
Baking is fun… until the flour ends up in your hair and the oven timer becomes your nemesis. Luckily, Kipferl has you covered with handmade, authentic Austrian vegan cakes you can enjoy without lifting a spatula.
A moist and fruity delight, made with apples, cinnamon, and tradition. This Austrian apple cake has deep flavour and zero animal products.
Our iconic Viennese Sachertorte, now 100% vegan! Rich chocolate sponge, apricot jam, and glossy chocolate glaze — it’s dessert royalty, no dairy required.
✅ Handmade by expert Austrian bakers
✅ 100% plant-based and beautifully presented
✅ Delivered across the UK
✅ No weird ingredients — just real, honest cake
Whether you're celebrating a birthday, treating a friend, or just want a slice of something lovely with your coffee, Kipferl’s vegan cakes are a delicious no-brainer.
From a fluffy vegan carrot cake recipe to a ready-to-eat vegan Sachertorte, the plant-based dessert scene is thriving — and you don’t have to compromise on flavour, texture, or joy.
Ready to taste the difference?
