Description
Indulge in the rich, moist goodness of The Best Vegan Chocolate Cake, a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy one-bowl recipe brings together simple ingredients to create a decadent dessert that everyone—vegan or not—will love. In just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this chocolate masterpiece and bake it to perfection. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a gathering, or simply treating yourself, this cake is an irresistible choice that promises satisfaction in every bite.
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 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup canola oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy milk and apple cider vinegar; let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in canola oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while stirring until just combined.
- Stir in boiling water until fully incorporated (the batter will be thin).
- Pour into the prepared pan and bake for approximately 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before frosting with vegan buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg