Description
Indulge in The Best Vegan Chocolate Cake, a luscious dessert that’s not only dairy-free but also incredibly rich and moist. Perfect for any occasion—be it birthdays, holidays, or an everyday treat—this cake is sure to impress everyone, regardless of their dietary preferences. Made using simple ingredients and requiring just one bowl, it minimizes cleanup while maximizing flavor. With its deep chocolate notes and fluffy texture, this cake will become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened soy milk (or almond)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup canola oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy milk and apple cider vinegar; let sit for 5 minutes.
- Add canola oil, applesauce, and vanilla; mix well.
- Sift in flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; fold gently until combined.
- Carefully stir in boiling water until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with your favorite vegan frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg