SafePlates

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (50g) cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup (240ml) almond milk or any plant-based milk
• 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped hazelnuts
• 1/2 cup (90g) vegan chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch (20cm) round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the almond milk, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and vegan chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, you can optionally frost the cake with your favorite vegan chocolate frosting or enjoy it as is.