Craving a sweet treat but need to avoid dairy? Look no further than this scrumptious No Dairy Chocolate Cake recipe! Indulge in the rich, moist layers of chocolate goodness without any dairy products. Perfect for anyone with lactose intolerance or those simply looking for a dairy-free dessert option, this cake will satisfy your chocolate cravings while being friendly to your tummy. Let’s get baking!
**No Dairy Chocolate Cake**
**Ingredients:**
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
– ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 tsp baking powder
– 1 ½ tsp baking soda
– 1 tsp salt
– 2 cups almond milk
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup hot water
– Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
– Fresh berries for garnish (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. **Preheat the Oven**: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. You can also line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients**: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk everything together until well combined.
3. **Combine Wet Ingredients**: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. **Mix Batter**: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5. **Add Hot Water**: Gently stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, but that’s what makes this cake wonderfully moist.
6. **Bake the Cake**: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. **Cool & Serve**: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can dust the top with powdered sugar and decorate with fresh berries if desired.
8. **Enjoy!**: Slice into this delectable No Dairy Chocolate Cake and savor every dairy-free bite. This cake is perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or simply as a delightful dessert any day of the week.
So there you have it, a luscious and dairy-free chocolate cake that will impress your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Feel free to get creative with your decorations and serve this cake alongside a steaming cup of coffee or a dollop of dairy-free whipped cream. Remember, being dairy-free doesn’t mean giving up on flavor and indulgence. Let this No Dairy Chocolate Cake become a staple in your dessert repertoire and enjoy every single slice guilt-free!
