Vegan Classic Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of this Vegan Classic Chocolate Cake—a plant-based treat that’s as easy to make as it is to devour! Perfectly balancing deep cocoa flavor with a light, fluffy crumb, this egg- and dairy-free dessert relies on simple pantry ingredients like almond milk, apple cider vinegar, and cocoa powder to create a luscious, crowd-pleasing masterpiece. Ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or just an everyday chocolate fix, this cake comes together in under an hour, making it a go-to for any occasion. Whether you frost it with your favorite vegan buttercream or enjoy it as-is, this classic vegan chocolate cake is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth while catering to dietary needs.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup hot water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, mix the almond milk with the apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for a few minutes to curdle slightly, forming vegan buttermilk.
Step 4
Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract to the vegan buttermilk and whisk until blended.
Step 5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Slowly stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be quite thin.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Frost with your favorite vegan frosting or serve plain. Enjoy your Vegan Classic Chocolate Cake!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (946.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2207.4 |
| Total Fat 73.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 34.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2819.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 414.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 48.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 203.4g | |
| Protein 43.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 604.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 28.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2107.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories