Name: Vegan Fanta Cake with Mandarins and Sour Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 325 g flour; 215 g sugar; 1 packet vanilla sugar (8 g); 3 teaspoons baking powder (12 g); ¼ teaspoon salt (2 g); 95 g neutral oil (about 101 ml); 280 g orange soda (about 280 ml); 4 small cans of mandarins (700 g); 400 ml vegan whipped cream; 300 g vegan crème fraîche; 32 g San-Apart or whipped cream stabilizer; 6 packets vanilla sugar (48 g); 35 g sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Why Make This Recipe

If you’re looking for a fun and fruity dessert that everyone will love, Vegan Fanta Cake with Mandarins and Sour Cream is the perfect choice! This cake is light, refreshing, and bursting with citrus flavor. It’s a great dessert for parties, family gatherings, or just when you want something sweet at home. Plus, it’s easy to make and vegan-friendly, so everyone can enjoy a slice!

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How to Make Vegan Fanta Cake with Mandarins and Sour Cream

Ingredients:

325 g flour
215 g sugar
1 packet vanilla sugar (8 g)
3 teaspoons baking powder (ideally cream of tartar, 3 x 4 g = 12 g)
¼ teaspoon salt (2 g)
95 g neutral oil (about 101 ml)
280 g orange soda (about 280 ml)
4 small cans of mandarins (4 x 175 g net weight = 700 g)
400 ml vegan whipped cream (2 containers)
300 g vegan crème fraîche (2 containers)
32 g San-Apart or whipped cream stabilizer
6 packets vanilla sugar (6 x 8 g = 48 g)
35 g sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions:

Prepare: Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Prepare a baking sheet (42 x 29 cm) by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, vanilla sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the oil and orange soda. Stir until the mixture is well combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool.
Topping: In another bowl, combine the vegan whipped cream, vegan crème fraîche, San-Apart, vanilla sugar, additional sugar, and cinnamon. Whip until it becomes creamy and fluffy.
Finish the Cake: Once the cake has cooled, spread the whipped topping evenly over the surface. Decorate with the mandarins on top.

How to Serve Vegan Fanta Cake with Mandarins and Sour Cream

Slice the cake into squares and serve it chilled or at room temperature. This cake goes great with a cup of tea or coffee, making it a delightful afternoon treat!

How to Store Vegan Fanta Cake with Mandarins and Sour Cream

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. If you have a lot of cake left, you can freeze individual slices. Wrap them well in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

Tips to Make Vegan Fanta Cake with Mandarins and Sour Cream

Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature. This helps with mixing and the overall texture of the cake.
You can use other types of citrus soda if you want to try different flavors.
Don’t skip the cinnamon, as it adds a wonderful warmth to the cake!

Variation

You can add nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture. Also, feel free to swap out the mandarins with other fruits like peaches or pears for a different taste!

FAQs

1. Can I use regular whipped cream instead of vegan?
Yes, but the cake will no longer be vegan if you do so.

2. Is this cake suitable for gluten-free diets?
You can use a gluten-free flour blend to make it gluten-free, but results may vary.

3. How can I make this cake less sweet?
You can reduce the amount of sugar in the batter and the topping to suit your taste.