Vegan Schokokuchen (Chocolate Cake)

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Vegan Schokokuchen, the ultimate plant-based chocolate cake that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Crafted with pantry staples like cocoa powder, almond milk, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for a tender crumb, this dairy-free and egg-free dessert is perfect for any occasion. The batter comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes, resulting in a moist, fluffy cake with deep chocolate flavor, thanks to the addition of hot water to enhance the cocoa’s natural richness. Serve it simply with a dusting of powdered sugar or elevate it with a luscious vegan frosting or ganache. Ideal for vegans and chocolate lovers alike, this one-bowl wonder is proof that plant-based baking can be utterly indulgent and completely satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 0.5 tsp baking powder
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup canola oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with a little canola oil or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Stir in the granulated sugar into the dry ingredients until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for a couple of minutes to curdle—it will mimic buttermilk.

Step 5

Add the canola oil and vanilla extract to the milk mixture and whisk to combine.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Gradually stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be slightly runny, which is okay.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cool, dust with powdered sugar or top with your favorite vegan frosting or ganache if desired.

Step 12

Slice and serve. Enjoy your delicious vegan chocolate cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(870.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2080.9

Total Fat 66.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2238.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 202.2g
Protein 27.9g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 513.9mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 915.2mg	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: 27.6%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 67.3%