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Vegan Mango Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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This Vegan Mango Cake is a moist and delicious dairy-free dessert featuring ripe mango puree in the batter and a creamy vegan cream cheese frosting. Perfectly balanced with tropical fruit flavors and a soft crumb, this cake is ideal for vegan and dairy-free celebrations or whenever you crave a fruity, plant-based treat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 16 servings

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose plain flour (spoon and leveled)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • ~2 cups (480g) mango puree (approx 3-4 medium ripe mangoes)
  • 2/3 cup (165g) dairy-free milk
  • 1/2 cup (125g) neutral flavored oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 3 cups (300g) powdered sugar / icing sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120g) vegan cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup (115g) vegan block butter (room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons (20g) cornstarch / corn flour
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) melted vegetable shortening or coconut oil
  • 1-2 mangoes (sliced or diced for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Pans: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line two 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans with parchment paper to ensure easy cake removal after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until there are no lumps, ensuring an even distribution of leavening agents.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the mango puree, dairy-free milk, neutral oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and there are no pockets of flour remaining.
  4. Divide Batter and Bake: Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared pans. Place them in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The cakes are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
  5. Cool Cakes: Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and sets the crumb.
  6. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, vegan cream cheese, vegan butter, and cornstarch until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the melted vegetable shortening or coconut oil while mixing to achieve a soft, spreadable consistency.
  7. Adjust Frosting Consistency: If the frosting is too soft, add extra powdered sugar to thicken. If too stiff, add more coconut oil or shortening. Chill the frosting until ready to use.
  8. Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, level the top dome of one cake layer for a flat surface. Place this layer on your serving plate.
  9. Add Frosting Layer: Stir the chilled frosting to soften it if needed. Spread or pipe about 1 cup of frosting evenly on the first cake layer.
  10. Top and Frost: Place the second cake layer on top. Spread or pipe the remaining frosting all over the top and sides of the cake.
  11. Decorate: Garnish the finished cake with sliced or diced mangoes for fresh flavor and a vibrant appearance.
  12. Store Properly: Keep the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator until serving. It will last at least 1 hour at room temperature if made with coconut oil frosting on a cool day, or longer if vegetable shortening is used. For warmer days, chill and bring to room temperature 30 minutes before eating for best texture.

Notes

  • Use a kitchen scale for precise measurement of ingredients, especially flour and mango puree, for the best consistent results.
  • The cake is very moist, so it is normal for the toothpick to have a few crumbs after baking.
  • Choose between coconut oil or vegetable shortening in the frosting; coconut oil will soften the frosting but shorten room temperature storage time.
  • If you prefer a firmer frosting, gradually add more powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached.
  • Mangoes should be very ripe for best flavor and sweetness in the puree and decoration.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/vegan-mango-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting-recipe/