Carob Cake (Easy Vegan Dessert)

Ingredients

• 1 + 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup roasted carob powder
• 3/4 cup cane sugar (or granulated/brown sugar)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup hot water
• 1/3 cup sunflower oil (or any neutral vegetable oil)
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.65 oz (75 grams) vegan dark chocolate
• 1 teaspoon refined coconut oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine dry ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). In a bowl, mix dry ingredients.

2. 2

   Add wet ingredients: Stir in wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined—don’t overmix.

3. 3

   Bake: 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.

4. 4

   Add topping: 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.

5. 5

   Slice and serve: Once the topping has set, slice and enjoy.