Soy-Free Chocolate Birthday Cake

Celebrate life's special moments with this decadent Soy-Free Chocolate Birthday Cake, a rich, moist dessert designed for those avoiding soy-based ingredients without sacrificing flavor. Made from pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and whole milk, this indulgent cake features a soft and airy crumb complemented by a luscious homemade chocolate buttercream frosting. The addition of boiling water ensures a tender texture, while simple steps make this recipe approachable for bakers of all skill levels. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any festive gathering, this soy-free delight comes together in just over an hour and serves up to 12 people. Treat your loved ones to a classic yet allergen-conscious dessert that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup boiling water
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2.5 cups confectioners' sugar
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
• 0.25 cup milk (for frosting)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and thoroughly combined. The batter will be quite thin.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning them out onto wire racks to cool completely.

Step 9

For the frosting, in a medium bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy.

Step 10

Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with the milk.

Step 11

Stir in the vanilla extract and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.

Step 12

Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting over the top.

Step 13

Place the second cake layer on top, and use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake evenly.

Step 14

Decorate as desired and enjoy your soy-free chocolate birthday cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2273.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7007.4

Total Fat 319.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 143.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.5g
Cholesterol 793.8mg	0%
Sodium 5214.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1133.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 142.2g	0%
Total Sugars 732.7g
Protein 120.3g	0%

Vitamin D 220.4IU	0%
Calcium 935.4mg	0%
Iron 59.5mg	0%
Potassium 6349.1mg	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: 36.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 57.5%