Eggless Triple Chocolate Guinness Cake
Ingredients
Chocolate Sponge:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup dark cocoa powder
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup dairy-free yogurt
- ½ cup dairy-free buttermilk plant-based milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 cup Guinness or other stout beer
- ½ cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Guinness Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 cup dairy-free butter softened
- 1 cup dairy-free cream cheese softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup dark cocoa powder
- ¼ cup Guinness
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Drip Topping:
- 1 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup canned coconut milk full-fat
Instructions
Prepare the Chocolate Sponge:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the applesauce, yogurt, buttermilk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and Guinness until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Chocolate Guinness Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the dairy-free butter and cream cheese until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until smooth.
- Add the Guinness and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until fully incorporated and the frosting is fluffy.
Prepare the Chocolate Drip Topping:
- Place the dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
- In a small saucepan, heat the coconut milk until it just begins to simmer.
- Pour the hot coconut milk over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir until the chocolate is melted and the ganache is smooth.
- Allow the ganache to cool slightly until it thickens but is still pourable.
Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a layer of chocolate Guinness cream cheese frosting over the cake layer.
- Repeat with the remaining layers, finishing with a layer of frosting on top and around the sides of the cake.
Add the Drip Topping:
- Pour the slightly cooled ganache over the top edge of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Use a spatula to smooth the ganache around the sides of the cake if needed.
Serve:
- Allow the cake to set before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy this rich and indulgent cake!
Notes
- Dairy-Free Buttermilk: Make this by combining plant-based milk with 1 tbsp of lemon juice or vinegar and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Dairy-Free Cream Cheese and Butter: Brands like Kite Hill, Miyoko’s, and Earth Balance work well for the frosting.
- Guinness: Most Guinness is now vegan, but double-check to ensure it fits your dietary needs.