Soy-Free Chocolate Birthday Cake
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of our **Soy-Free Chocolate Birthday Cake**, a perfect centerpiece for any celebration. This moist and fluffy chocolate cake is completely free of soy, making it ideal for those with dietary restrictions or allergies. Crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and rich vanilla extract, this recipe also features a smooth, velvety chocolate frosting made from real butter and simple ingredients. The cake’s delightfully light texture comes from the addition of boiling water to the batter, ensuring every bite is irresistibly tender. With just 30 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, this dessert will impress your guests while being a breeze to make. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or satisfying a chocolate craving, this soy-free masterpiece is guaranteed to deliver indulgence with every slice. Perfect for soy-free desserts, homemade cakes, and easy birthday recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup boiling water
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2.5 cups confectioners' sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 0.25 cup milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and thoroughly combined. The batter will be quite thin.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
For the frosting, in a medium bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy.
Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with the milk.
Stir in the vanilla extract and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top, and use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake evenly.
Decorate as desired and enjoy your soy-free chocolate birthday cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7007 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 319.5 g | 410% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.4 g | 717% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 794 mg | 265% | |
| Sodium | 5214 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1133.3 g | 412% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 142.2 g | 508% | |
| Total Sugars | 732.7 g | ||
| Protein | 120.3 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 935 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 59.5 mg | 331% | |
| Potassium | 6349 mg | 135% | |
*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.
