Vegan Chocolate Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup brewed coffee
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, almond milk, coffee, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1/8 of cake
• Calories: 300
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fat: 12g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, decadent, and fudgy
• Moist and flavorful
• Perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgences

User Comments:

• "This cake is absolutely delicious! I love that it's vegan and still tastes amazing."
• "The chocolate flavor is so intense and satisfying."
• "This cake was easy to make and a huge hit with my family."
• "I highly recommend making this cake if you're looking for a vegan chocolate dessert."
• "I added a layer of vegan cream cheese frosting and it was divine!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to measure the ingredients accurately for best results.
• Do not overmix the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
• Let the cake cool completely before frosting, otherwise the frosting may melt.
• If you don't have brewed coffee, you can substitute 1/4 cup of hot water.
• For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.