Sometimes, all you crave is a simple, fuss-free chocolate cake. This one has a super moist sponge and a silky smooth chocolate frosting. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make, and you only need one bowl! Enjoy this simple, delicious chocolate cake! Perfect for any occasion.
Easy One Bowl Chocolate Cake
Sometimes, all you crave is a simple, fuss-free chocolate cake. This one has a super moist sponge and a silky smooth chocolate frosting. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make, and you only need one bowl! Enjoy this simple, delicious chocolate cake! Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Sponge:
- 1¾ cups self-rising flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1½ cups dairy-free milk
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ⅓ cup dairy-free yogurt
- ⅓ cup neutral oil
For the Frosting:
- 1¼ cups dairy-free cream cheese room temperature
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup dark chocolate melted
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 340°F (170°C).
- Line a square baking tin with parchment paper.
Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- Mix the dairy-free milk and apple cider vinegar together, then set it aside to thicken.
- In a large bowl, combine the thickened milk mixture with the dairy-free yogurt and neutral oil.
Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- Sift the self-rising flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar into the wet mixture.
- Gently mix until everything is just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the cake is well risen and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Make the Frosting:
- In a bowl, mix together the room temperature dairy-free cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Gradually add the melted dark chocolate, mixing until the frosting is silky and creamy.
Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top.