Dairy-Free Classic Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Icing

Indulge in the rich decadence of this Dairy-Free Classic Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Icing, a perfect dessert that proves you don’t need dairy to achieve moist, chocolatey perfection. This recipe features a tender and fluffy cake made with unsweetened almond milk and simple pantry staples like cocoa powder and all-purpose flour. Topped with a dreamy dairy-free chocolate buttercream icing, this cake strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and indulgence while catering to dairy-free dietary needs. It’s quick to prepare, ready in just under an hour, and makes an impressive centerpiece with its smooth layers and luscious frosting. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a crowd-pleasing dessert, this dairy-free chocolate cake guarantees smiles all around and is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 0.5 cup dairy-free butter (softened, for icing)
• 3 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for icing)
• 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk (for icing)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the eggs, almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and uniform.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To prepare the chocolate buttercream icing, beat the softened dairy-free butter in a medium bowl until creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well after each addition.

Step 10

Add in the almond milk and vanilla extract and beat until the icing is smooth and fluffy.

Step 11

Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of icing between the two cake layers.

Step 12

Use the remaining icing to cover the top and sides of the cake.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your delicious dairy-free classic chocolate cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2245.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6572.9

Total Fat 263.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.9g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 6019.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1161.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 141.7g	0%
Total Sugars 783.3g
Protein 106.9g	0%

Vitamin D 192.8IU	0%
Calcium 1052.7mg	0%
Iron 59.5mg	0%
Potassium 5942.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 62.4%