Dairy-Free Chocolate Sponge Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist delight of this Dairy-Free Chocolate Sponge Cake—a decadent twist on a classic dessert that’s perfect for those avoiding dairy but unwilling to compromise on flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, almond milk, and vegetable oil, this cake boasts a light yet tender crumb, elevated by the natural sweetness of vanilla and sugar. In just under an hour, you can whip up this crowd-pleasing dessert that’s ideal for birthdays, special occasions, or everyday treats. Serve it plain, adorned with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, or paired with fresh fruits for a completely dairy-free indulgence. This recipe is proof that a rich, chocolatey cake can be just as luscious without dairy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together using a hand mixer or a whisk until pale and fluffy, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract, almond milk, and vegetable oil to the egg mixture, and stir until combined.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients in batches, ensuring no lumps remain. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve plain or dust with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Enjoy your dairy-free chocolate sponge cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.8 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2513 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 420.7 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.5 g | 173% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.3 g | ||
| Protein | 67.2 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 617 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 31.9 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 2422 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
