
Frosting
Fudgiest Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake
Ingredients
- full-fat coconut milk3¾ cups
- dairy-free chocolate chunk1 lb
- coconut oil2 oz
- powdered sugar8½ oz
- whole wheat flour¾ lb
- dark cocoa powder6¼ oz
- sugar7 oz
- baking soda1 tablespoon
- baking powder1 ½ teaspoon
- salt1 pinch
- almond milk3 cups
- coconut oil8½ oz
- applesauce¾ lb
- maple syrup1 lb
- apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon
- vanilla extract1 tablespoon
- berry0
Instructions
- 1
In a microwave-safe measuring cup, or in a small pot on the stove, heat the coconut milk until hot, but not boiling (about 2 minutes in the microwave).
- 2
Place the dairy-free chocolate in a large bowl and pour the hot coconut milk over it, allowing the milk to melt the chocolate.
- 3
Mix well to combine.
- 4
Once the chocolate is melted, add the coconut oil and powdered sugar.
- 5
Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth.
- 6
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- 7
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- 8
Grease 3 separate 8-inch (20-cm) round cake pans and set aside.
- 9
In a large bowl, add the whole wheat flour, dark cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- 10
Whisk to combine and set aside.
- 11
In a separate large bowl, add the almond milk, coconut oil, applesauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
- 12
Whisk to combine.
- 13
In two batches, add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, folding with a spatula until combined.
- 14
Some clumps are okay.
- 15
Divide the batter evenly between the 3 pre-greased cake pans and bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out almost entirely clean.
- 16
Cool completely.
- 17
Remove the frosting from the fridge and mix it up well.
- 18
Choose which cake will be your bottom layer and cover evenly with about 1 cup (115 G) of frosting.
- 19
Top with the second layer, frosting evenly again.
- 20
Add the final layer and frost the top and the sides of the cake generously, topping with berries of choice for garnish.
- 21
Enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving · serves 10)
Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.










