R-Vegan Kiwi & Apple Loaf Cake
A delightful, moist loaf cake inspired by a grandfather's recipe, featuring the unexpected tang of kiwi and the natural sweetness of grated apple. This plant-based dessert is incredibly tender and packed with vitamin C from the kiwi.
Ingredients
apples2 whole
extra virgin olive oil5.3 tbsp
caster sugar90 g
lemon1 whole- Ccinnamon1 tsp
baking powder2.8 tsp
bicarbonate of soda0.5 tsp
apple cider vinegar0.2 tbsp
kiwis2 whole
sugar3 tsp
plain flour250 g
cornflour10 tsp
ground almonds50 g- Pplant milk300 ml
Instructions
Chef's Tips
For a richer flavour, substitute the caster sugar with brown sugar or panela as suggested in the original recipe notes.
Ensure the apples are finely grated to integrate seamlessly into the batter, providing maximum moisture without large chunks.
If you don't have a sifter, whisk the dry ingredients together thoroughly before adding them to the wet mixture to prevent lumps.
Prepare the Ingredients and Oven
Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas Mark 4). Peel and grate the two apples. Zest the lemon. Peel the kiwis and slice them into rounds. Grease a standard loaf tin (plum cake mould) and sprinkle the base with 1 tablespoon of caster sugar.
Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plant milk, extra virgin olive oil, 90g of caster sugar, cinnamon, grated apple, and lemon zest. Whisk until well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift the plain flour, cornflour, baking powder, and bicarbonate of soda into the wet mixture. Add the ground almond. Mix gently with a whisk or spatula until a homogeneous batter forms, being careful not to overmix.
Activate and Assemble
Pour the apple cider vinegar into the batter and mix again using gentle, folding movements. Arrange the kiwi slices neatly across the sugared base of the prepared loaf tin. Carefully pour the cake batter over the kiwi slices.
Bake the Cake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
Cool and Serve
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the tin for at least 30 minutes before carefully turning it out onto a wire rack or serving plate. Slice and enjoy.
