Description
Experience the perfect balance of rich, moist plant-based chocolate cake layers complemented by a tangy natural cherry pie filling set with a natural gelling agent. This delightful dessert is easy to make, wholesome, and perfect for any occasion, offering vibrant flavors and a luscious texture everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups plant-based all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups plant-based milk (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 cup natural brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter (room temperature)
Cherry Pie Filling
- 3 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- 2 tbsp natural brown sugar
- 1/4 cup grape juice (natural)
- 1 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Pie Filling: Simmer the pitted cherries with natural brown sugar and grape juice until the cherries soften. Stir in the natural gelling agent, cook gently until thickened, then remove from heat and allow to cool completely to set.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the plant-based flour, natural cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to evenly combine and incorporate the leavening.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar, natural brown sugar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and plant-based butter until smooth and well blended.
- Incorporate Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, folding gently to combine into a uniform, smooth batter without overmixing to maintain fluffiness.
- Bake the Cake Layers: Grease your cake pans, pour in the batter evenly and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the layers cool completely.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread a generous layer of the cooled cherry pie filling between the cake layers. Stack carefully and finish by topping with remaining filling or additional plant-based frosting if desired.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk and butter at room temperature for optimal batter consistency.
- Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender and light.
- Let the cherry pie filling set completely to avoid sliding when assembling.
- Fresh or high-quality frozen cherries yield the best flavor and texture.
- Use an oven thermometer to ensure the oven is at the correct temperature for consistent baking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: plant-based chocolate cake, cherry pie filling, vegan dessert, chocolate cherry cake, natural ingredients
