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Vegan Vegetarian Fudgiest Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake

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Fudgiest Dairy-Free Chocolate Cake

dessertVeganVegetarianDairy-FreeEgg-Free

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. 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. 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. 3

    Mix well to combine.

  4. 4

    Once the chocolate is melted, add the coconut oil and powdered sugar.

  5. 5

    Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth.

  6. 6

    Cover and refrigerate overnight.

  7. 7

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

  8. 8

    Grease 3 separate 8-inch (20-cm) round cake pans and set aside.

  9. 9

    In a large bowl, add the whole wheat flour, dark cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

  10. 10

    Whisk to combine and set aside.

  11. 11

    In a separate large bowl, add the almond milk, coconut oil, applesauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.

  12. 12

    Whisk to combine.

  13. 13

    In two batches, add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, folding with a spatula until combined.

  14. 14

    Some clumps are okay.

  15. 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. 16

    Cool completely.

  17. 17

    Remove the frosting from the fridge and mix it up well.

  18. 18

    Choose which cake will be your bottom layer and cover evenly with about 1 cup (115 G) of frosting.

  19. 19

    Top with the second layer, frosting evenly again.

  20. 20

    Add the final layer and frost the top and the sides of the cake generously, topping with berries of choice for garnish.

  21. 21

    Enjoy!

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Nutrition (per serving · serves 10)

1077calories
13gProtein
127gCarbs
65gFat
Fiber15g
Sugar78g

Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.