The Best Vegan Chocolate Cake is a delectable dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the goodness of plant-based ingredients. This recipe is perfect for those following a vegan lifestyle or anyone who simply loves chocolate cake. There are various other recipes to follow, but this is our most recommended one. If you’d like to try another dessert, consider getting a Vegan Dessert Cookbook.

To make this mouthwatering cake, you’ll need common pantry staples such as all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. These dry ingredients are combined in a large mixing bowl, ensuring they are well incorporated before proceeding.

The moistness and richness of the cake come from the wet ingredients. Almond milk, unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract are added to the dry mixture. These ingredients not only provide moisture but also act as substitutes for dairy and eggs, making this cake entirely vegan-friendly. As a bonus, you can reuse the same ingredients in some of the recipes found in a Vegan Dessert Cookbook.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup almond milk (or any non-dairy milk)
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • â…“ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • Vegan chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • Vegan chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add the almond milk, applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and there are no lumps.
  4. Gradually pour in the boiling water while stirring the batter. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay.
  5. Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans. Smooth out the tops with a spatula.
  6. Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  7. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once the cakes have cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of vegan chocolate frosting over the top.
  9. Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the frosted layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining vegan chocolate frosting, using a spatula to create a smooth and even layer.
  10. If desired, decorate the cake with vegan chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
  11. Allow the cake to set for a little while before slicing and serving.

Enjoy The Best Vegan Chocolate Cake!

Note: If you prefer a sweeter cake, you can increase the amount of sugar to 2 cups. Also, feel free to get creative and add other fillings or toppings to suit your taste. Another reminder, if this is to your liking, then we, again, recommend getting a Vegan Dessert Cookbook!

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