15+ Vegan Cake Recipes
A delicious dessert roundup featuring over 15 Vegan Cake Recipes! From classic vanilla layer cakes to chocolate buttercream to no-bake cheesecakes, there’s something everyone will love! You’ll find a mix of gluten-free, paleo & refined sugar-free vegan cake recipes.
Cake is always a good idea, right?! Since going vegan, cakes have become a tricky favorite. They can be hard to get perfect without eggs, and especially tricky when they’re gluten-free as well! It’s fair to say I have tested a good number of vegan cake recipes by now, and in those tests, I’ve created some incredible favorites.
Whether it’s rich chocolate buttercream, a refreshing lemon glazed loaf, or classic vanilla bean cheesecake…I can always go for a slice. Especially when it’s full of nourishing, simple ingredients :)
This roundup features over 15 vegan cake recipes that are mostly gluten-free, refined sugar-free, with plenty of paleo options! You’ll find a mix of classic layer cakes, cheesecake, sheet-pan cakes, and tons of different flavor ideas. I hope you find one you love for your next birthday, special celebration, or anytime you’re craving a vegan cake that makes you feel good!
Tips for the Best Vegan Cakes
- Bring your ingredients to room temperature before starting. This is especially important when recipes use coconut oil — cold liquid poured over melted coconut oil will cause it to seize up and create lumps in the batter.
- Test for doneness properly. Press gently on the center of the cake when you think it’s done. It should spring back easily. If it stays indented, it needs more time.
- Taste as you go, especially for no-bake cakes. Since these are egg-free, there’s no risk in tasting the batter or filling and adjusting flavors before it sets.
- For baked layer cakes, let the layers cool completely before frosting. Vegan frostings can be more sensitive to heat than traditional buttercream and will slide or melt if the cake is even slightly warm.
Vegan & Paleo Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache Frosting
Paleo Chocolate Cake with Vegan Chocolate Ganache Frosting – a quick and easy cake recipe with a simple 2-ingredient frosting! This layer cake is gluten-free, paleo, dairy-free, and vegan, and it tastes as decadent as your favorite chocolate cake. Thanks to Hu Kitchen for sponsoring this post. This Vegan & Paleo Chocolate Cake recipe is
Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake
This Gluten-Free Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake tastes like your favorite candy turned into a delightfully creamy vegan cheesecake. With a chocolate crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and chocolate ganache topping, you won’t be able to have just one bite!
Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Cake
You’ll love this easy-to-make Gluten-Free Vegan Lemon Cake! It is simple and elegant with a beautiful light & airy crumb. To top it all off, we drizzle this paleo & refined sugar-free cake with a tangy lemon drizzle.
Gluten-Free Vegan Carrot Cake
Meet your new favorite cake in town: Gluten-Free Vegan Carrot Cake! This easy vegan cake is made in 1 bowl, with just 15 minutes to mix up the batter. It’s topped with a delicious refined sugar-free & vegan cream cheese frosting!
Baked Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake (Gluten-Free)
This Baked Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake will wow you with its rich texture, spices, and a gluten-free graham cracker-style crust. It’s the perfect vegan Thanksgiving dessert.
Gluten-Free Banana Snack Cake with Chocolate Ganache
Follow these steps at home to bake this rich, super moist gluten-free banana snack cake. With heaps of banana flavor and a light and fluffy texture, it’s such a simple sheet cake. The key to the soft & moist texture is a combination of blanched almond flour and gluten-free oat flour.
No-Bake Vegan Layered Blueberry Cheesecake
This No-Bake Layered Blueberry Vegan Cheesecake is simple to make, Paleo and gluten-free, and a total stunner! Made with soaked cashews and full-fat canned coconut milk, the cheesecake layers are lusciously smooth and creamy with a tart, fruity topping. The date-based cheesecake crust is also gluten-free.
Gluten-Free Tres Leches Cake (Dairy-Free & Grain-Free with Vegan Option)
This Gluten-Free Tres Leches Cake is soaked with evaporated coconut milk & sweetened condensed coconut milk to make a dairy-free version of this classic Latin American dessert. The paleo vanilla sponge cake is deliciously moist and topped with whipped coconut cream. It is dairy-free with a vegan option.
Baked Vegan Chocolate Cheesecake
This Baked Vegan Chocolate Cheesecake will make your mouth water! It’s super creamy and delicious, with a rich chocolate flavor and a tasty gluten-free chocolate crust.
Gluten-Free Lemon Poppyseed Loaf Cake
This Lemon Poppyseed Loaf Cake is a light and refreshing loaf cake with a delicious lemon glaze! It’s easy to make in one bowl and only takes 10 minutes to mix up the batter. This easy-to-make cake is gluten-free, grain-free, and vegan-friendly.
Vegan Apple Cheesecake with Gluten-Free Oatmeal Crust
This Vegan Apple Cheesecake is a creamy and irresistible baked vegan cheesecake that is perfect for the holidays or for any apple pie lovers! Made with an oatmeal almond flour crust, this gluten-free cheesecake is topped with a scrumptious apple pie filling.
Vegan Berry Cornmeal Cake
This Berry Cornmeal Cake is soft, fluffy, gluten-free, and vegan! Use your favorite berries for this simple summer cake recipe. Ready in 30 minutes!
Baked Vegan Cheesecake (Gluten Free)
In this Baked Vegan Cheesecake, a gluten-free and paleo graham cracker-style crust encases a sweet and creamy vanilla cheesecake filling. Coconut yogurt and cashews create the perfect texture to mimic a classic cheesecake.
Plum Chocolate Upside Down Cake
This Plum Chocolate Upside Down Cake is a delicious and unique way to enjoy ripe plums! This vegan upside-down cake is perfect on its own or served with ice cream for a simple summer dessert.
No-Bake Vanilla Bean Cheesecake (Gluten-Free, Paleo + Vegan)
This No-Bake Vanilla Bean Cheesecake is a gluten-free, Paleo, and vegan cheesecake made with a walnut crust, a creamy cashew cheesecake filling, topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. This healthier cheesecake alternative will satisfy your cheesecake cravings!
