Date Sweetened Chocolate Layer Cake: Easy Recipe for Guilt-Free Indulgence
A delicious chocolate cake sweetened with dates, perfect for a guilt-free indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup almond milk
- ½ cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped dates and almond milk. Let it sit for 10 minutes to soften.
- In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Pour the date mixture into the dry ingredients. Add melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- For a richer taste, add a pinch of espresso powder to the batter.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to keep it moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Date Sweetened Chocolate Layer Cake, Easy Recipe, Guilt-Free Indulgence