Homemade vegan chocolate avocado cake with rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture. Moist, plant-based, and naturally delicious.
🍰 Vegan Chocolate Avocado Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- ½ cup plant-based milk
- ½ cup maple syrup or agave syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
For Frosting (Optional):
- ½ ripe avocado
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 2–3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
First, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
Meanwhile, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
Next, in another bowl, mash the avocado until creamy, then mix in plant milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
Then, combine the wet and dry ingredients until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Now, pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Finally, let the cake cool completely before frosting with avocado chocolate frosting if desired.
💡 Tips for Perfect Vegan Chocolate Avocado Cake
- First of all, use a ripe avocado for creamy texture and natural sweetness.
- Additionally, do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and moist.
- Moreover, check doneness with a toothpick to prevent overbaking.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder.
- Lastly, serve at room temperature for the best texture.
🔄 Delicious Variations
- Peanut Butter Swirl: Add a swirl of peanut butter before baking. As a result, it gains a nutty richness.
- Berry Infusion: Fold in fresh or frozen raspberries or blueberries. Consequently, it adds natural tartness and color.
- Gluten-Free Version: Use almond flour or gluten-free flour blend. Therefore, it suits gluten-sensitive diets.
- Mocha Twist: Add 1 tsp instant coffee granules. In this way, it develops a rich mocha flavor.
- Frosting-Free: Sprinkle powdered sugar or cocoa powder on top. Thus, it’s simpler but still decadent.
🌱 Health Benefits
- Avocado adds healthy monounsaturated fats and creamy texture without dairy.
- Cocoa powder provides antioxidants and rich flavor.
- Plant-based ingredients reduce saturated fat intake.
- Whole-grain flour adds fiber and nutrients if used.
- Overall, this cake is a healthier, indulgent dessert that’s still satisfying.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Use mild cocoa powder to avoid bitterness.
- Reduce added sweetener slightly if serving very young children.
- Cut into fun shapes or small squares for little hands.
- As a result, children enjoy a moist, chocolaty, and creamy plant-based dessert.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx., 1 slice)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
(Values may vary depending on ingredients used.)
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Pair with fresh berries or a drizzle of plant-based chocolate sauce.
- Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or afternoon treats.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze slices for longer storage.
