Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with this irresistible Vegan Chocolate Cake that promises rich, deep flavor without animal products. Rich Belgian cocoa and plant-based ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a moist, indulgent dessert you’ll crave with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (240 ml) granulated sugar
Leavening Agents:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients and Add-Ins:
- 1 cup (240 ml) non-dairy milk (almond, soy, or oat milk)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking workspace by setting the oven to 350F (175C). Coat two 8-inch round cake pans with oil and line with parchment paper to ensure easy cake removal.
- Create a dry ingredient mixture by thoroughly whisking flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl until uniformly blended.
- Introduce liquid components by pouring non-dairy milk, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredient mixture. Stir gently until just incorporated, maintaining a slightly fluid consistency.
- Distribute the batter equally between the prepared cake pans, ensuring smooth surface coverage.
- Place pans in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cake’s center – it should emerge clean without any wet batter.
- Remove cakes from the oven and let them rest in the pans for 10 minutes to stabilize their structure.
- Carefully transfer cakes to a wire cooling rack, allowing them to reach room temperature completely before applying frosting.
- Decorate the cooled cakes with vegan chocolate frosting or whipped coconut cream, spreading evenly across the surface.
- Slice the cake into desired portions and serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a smoother, more uniform batter consistency.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor that elevates the entire cake.
- Consider adding a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate’s depth without creating a coffee taste.
- For gluten-free adaptation, swap all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to maintain the cake’s tender texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg