Easy Vegan Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the decadence of this Easy Vegan Chocolate Cake, a foolproof dessert that’s rich, moist, and perfect for any occasion. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a splash of vanilla extract, this one-bowl wonder comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in 30 minutes. Instead of eggs or dairy, the magic of white vinegar and baking soda creates a tender crumb that’s completely plant-based yet irresistibly delicious. Whether you serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a luscious vegan frosting, this simple chocolate cake is a hit with vegans and non-vegans alike. Quick, easy, and indulgent—this is the ultimate vegan dessert for busy bakers and chocolate lovers!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Water
- 0.3 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the water, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
Step 4
Mix everything together with a whisk or spatula until the batter is smooth and free from lumps.
Step 5
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 8
Once cooled, slice into squares and serve as is, or top with your favorite vegan frosting or powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (773.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2112.2 |
| Total Fat 72.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 40.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2449.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 374.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 202.1g | |
| Protein 30.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 112.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1117.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories