Best 2 Knock Your Socks Off Vegan Chocolate Cake Recipes

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Are you craving a sweet treat that will satisfy your taste buds and make you feel good about what you're eating? Look no further! We'll guide you through the process of creating a mouthwatering vegan chocolate cake that will knock your socks off. With the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and a moist, fluffy texture, this cake is sure to become a favorite among vegans and non-vegans alike. Let's dive into the world of vegan baking and discover the secrets behind this decadent masterpiece.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

KNOCK-YOUR-SOCKS-OFF VEGAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



Knock-Your-Socks-Off Vegan Chocolate Cake image

This is our go-to cake recipe now. After years of making 'depression cake' for our egg- and dairy-allergic son, we finally discovered that xanthan gum is the necessary ingredient for combating crumbly cake! This can easily be a vegan cake, or a not-necessarily-vegan cake, you throw together with stuff in your pantry! Cool completely, frost as desired, and enjoy!

Provided by SuperK, Beginner Baker!

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 ½ teaspoons xanthan gum
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups water
2 cups demerara sugar
¾ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, xanthan gum, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Add water, sugar, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract to dry ingredients; mix until batter is just moistened and pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.8 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 409.4 mg, Sugar 31.4 g

KNOCK-YOUR-SOCKS-OFF VEGAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



Knock-Your-Socks-Off Vegan Chocolate Cake image

This is our go-to cake recipe now. After years of making 'depression cake' for our egg- and dairy-allergic son, we finally discovered that xanthan gum is the necessary ingredient for combating crumbly cake! This can easily be a vegan cake, or a not-necessarily-vegan cake, you throw together with stuff in your pantry! Cool completely, frost as desired, and enjoy!

Provided by SuperK, Beginner Baker!

Categories     Chocolate Cake

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 ½ teaspoons xanthan gum
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups water
2 cups demerara sugar
¾ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, xanthan gum, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Add water, sugar, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract to dry ingredients; mix until batter is just moistened and pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.8 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 409.4 mg, Sugar 31.4 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your cake will taste. Look for organic, fair-trade, and locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make your cake tough and dense. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature: The temperature of your oven can greatly affect the outcome of your cake. Make sure to preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking.
  • Don't open the oven door during baking: Opening the oven door during baking can cause the cake to fall. Resist the temptation to peek! Let the oven do its work.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: Frosting a hot cake can cause the frosting to melt and slide off. Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.

Conclusion:

This vegan chocolate cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its rich chocolate flavor and fluffy texture, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give this vegan chocolate cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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