Carob Cake (Easy Vegan Dessert)
Vegan carob cake is an easy dessert made with carob powder, creating a soft, moist, and eggless treat that's dairy-free. Topped with melted chocolate, this 1-bowl recipe is a simple, delicious way to enjoy a plant-based treat.
Equipment
- 1 8-inch round baking pan lightly greased and floured
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 + ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup roasted carob powder
- ¾ cup cane sugar or granulated/brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
- 1 cup hot water
- ⅓ cup sunflower oil or any neutral vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping (optional)
- 2.65 oz (75 grams) vegan dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon refined coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). In a bowl, mix dry ingredients.1 + ½ cups all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup roasted carob powder, ¾ cup cane sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Stir in wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined—don’t overmix.1 cup hot water, ⅓ cup sunflower oil, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pour the batter into a lightly greased and floured 8-inch round baking pan. Bake for 30-32 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Melt the chocolate with coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave. Spread it over the cooled cake and dust it with carob powder, if desired.2.65 oz (75 grams) vegan dark chocolate, 1 teaspoon refined coconut oil
- Once the topping has set, slice and enjoy.
Notes
- Store covered at room temperature, away from heat and sunlight, for up to 3 days.
- Wrap slices or the whole cake tightly. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
- Spoon the flour into a measuring cup and level it off. Don’t pack it down or scoop it directly from the container.
- Mix until just combined to keep the cake tender—don’t overmix.
- Ensure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh for proper rising.
- If you don’t have an 8-inch round pan, a square or loaf pan works too—just adjust the baking time.
- Grease and flour your pan well to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
Nutrition
Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0.01mgSodium: 132mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 0.5IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
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