Gluten-Free Vegan One Bowl Chocolate Cake
A rich, decadent gluten-free vegan chocolate cake that is quick and easy to make in just one bowl. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Combine the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the applesauce, plant-based milk, oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Let it cool completely before serving.
Notes
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze slices wrapped tightly for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg