The FUDGIEST Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake
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4.4
The FUDGIEST Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake
Description
This dairy-free chocolate cake balances two cups of all-purpose flour and sugar with generous cocoa powder designed to bring intense chocolate flavor. Leavened with baking powder and soda, the batter incorporates unsweetened almond milk and avocado oil as dairy-free moisture sources, and eggs to provide structure. Adding boiling water thins the batter and blooms the cocoa, making the texture notably moist and the flavor pronounced.
Baking at 350°F in two 8-inch rounds for 35 to 40 minutes results in cakes that are tender yet hold shape well. Cooling completely before frosting is crucial to maintain the cake's texture and ensure the frosting applies smoothly. This cake is suitable for layered desserts and can be paired with any dairy-free or regular chocolate frosting, offering a rich, moist chocolate dessert that suits dairy-free diets.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted (255g)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder sifted (60g)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup almond milk at room temperature, unsweetened
- 2 egg at room temperature, large
- 1/2 cup avocado oil (canola or grapeseed would work, too)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup water boiling
- chocolate frosting of choice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line the bottom of two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper. Rub the sides with oil.
- In a large bowl, whisk all the ingredients up to the almond milk (not including the milk).
- Add in the almond milk, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
- Pour in the boiling water and whisk until well mixed.
- Divide the batter between the two pans and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35-40 minutes.
- Let cool COMPLETELY.
- Frost and DEVOUR!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25.5g | 9% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 5.5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.7g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 15.5mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 62mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% |
| Sugar | 16.7g | 33% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.4
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