Easy Vegan Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe
Category
Vegan
Servings
12
Prep Time
20-30 minutes
Cook Time
50 minutes
Calories
330
We all love a bit of chocolate cake and if you fancy having a go and making this delicious vegan and gluten free cake then you should.
Even if you are not a natural or confident baker, we have been told this recipe for vegan-frinedly chocolate bundt cake is really easy to follow.
So, let’s get ready and get baking (we’d love to see your final cake, so tag ‘whitakerschocolates’ in on social media!)
Ingredients
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350g Gluten Free Flour Blend
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1 tsp Xanthan Gum
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180g Caster Sugar (White)
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180g Soft Brown Sugar
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75g Cocoa Powder
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2 tsp Baking Powder
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1 tsp Bicarbonate of Soda
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1/2 tsp Salt
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120g Dairy Free Natural Yogurt
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120ml Dairy Free Milk
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180ml of Strong Coffee (2 tbsp of instant coffee or chicory essence). If you do not like coffee please add 180 ml of extra dairy free milk instead.
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180 ml Neutral Oil (Vegetable Oil works great)
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1/2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
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1 tbsp of Vanilla Bean Paste
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80g Whitakers Dark Chocolate Easymelt
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200g Dark Chocolate (Whitaker’s Easymelts)
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100ml Dairy Free Milk
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75g Chocolate Chopped (Whitaker’s Easymelts are perfect for this).
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40g Trex (or us Vegetable shortening)
- 40g Gluten Free Plain Flour
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40ml Neutral Oil (Vegetable Oil does the job great )
- 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder
Cake Ingredients
Chocolate Ganache Drizzle Ingredients
Chocolate Decoration Ingredients
Bakers Gloop Ingredients
Directions
Pre-heat your oven to 160f Fan/180f Standard /350F.
How to Make the Gloop
Make your gloop using 40g/ml of oil, shortening and gluten-free flour with 2 tbsp cocoa powder. Use a hand blender or whisk and whisk until you have a smooth paste.
Spread the gloop on the inner side of the bundt tin and set to one side for now.
Making the Bundt Cake
Make up your 180 ml coffee (if using required).
Add the gluten-free flour, Xathan Gum (if required), Baking Powder, Baking Soda, salt and the Cocoa Powder to a bowl. Whisk and then sieve into another bowl.
In another medium bowl add the yogurt, milk, coffee, Apple cider vinegar, Vanilla Bean Paste whisk the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
Add 80g chopped chocolate to the batter and fold in to the mix.
Fill the bundt tin with the mixture (it will feel very thick). Smooth it and give it a shake to eliminate any pockets of air.
Put in the middle of the oven for fifty minutes and bake until a cocktail stick (or cake tester) comes out with only a few crumbs.
Take out and let rest while still in the cake tin for at least 30 minutes before you turn it out.
Leave the bundt cake to cool.
Make the Chocolate Ganache
To make the chocolate ganache, chop the chocolate into pieces, warm the dairy free milk on the hob or in the microwave until it is steaming.
Pour the milk over the chopped chocolate and leave for a couple of minutes.
Whisk the chocolate into the milk. It might be grainy at first but keep whisking it is smooth.
Drizzle the ganache on top of the bundt cake.
Melt the left over of the chocolate in the microwave (use ten second bursts) or melt over a bowl of simmering water.
Smooth out over an upside down baking tray and allow it to start hardening. When it is finger touch dry use a dinning knife to scrape shards.
Sprinkle the shards over the top of the cake.
Recipe Notes
If you have any questions, please post a comment below and we will get back to you asap.
Please don’t forget to tag us into your creations @whitakerschocolates on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter!
Vegan Friendly Serving Suggestions for Your Chocolate Bundt Cake
- With Fresh Fruits: Serve slices of the cake with a side of fresh berries like raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries for a refreshing balance to the rich chocolate flavour.
- Dairy-Free Ice Cream: Pair the cake with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla, chocolate, or coconut ice cream for a delightful hot-and-cold combination.
- Dairy-Free Whipped Cream: Top the cake with a dollop of whipped coconut cream or any other dairy-free alternative for an extra indulgence.
- Chocolate Sauce Drizzle: Drizzle additional warm chocolate ganache or syrup over each slice for a luscious presentation.
- Sprinkle of Nuts: Add a sprinkle of toasted almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans on top for a nutty crunch that complements the chocolate.
- Coffee or Tea: Serve with a cup of strong black coffee, espresso, or a warm cup of herbal tea like mint or chamomile to round out the meal.
- Dust of Icing Sugar or Cocoa Powder: Just before serving, dust each slice lightly with gluten-free icing sugar or cocoa powder for a simple yet elegant finish.
- Layered with Fruits or Cream: If you're feeling fancy, slice the Bundt cake horizontally and add a layer of vegan whipped cream and sliced bananas or strawberries for a more decadent dessert.
What is Bundt Cake?
A Bundt cake is a type of cake that's distinguished by its distinctive shape, rather than a specific recipe or flavour.
It's baked in a Bundt pan, which has a round, doughnut-like form with a central hole and fluted, often ornate sides.
This creates a beautifully sculpted cake that looks elegant without much decoration.
The Bundt pan design was inspired by a traditional European cake called a Gugelhupf, but the modern version was popularised in the United States by Nordic Ware in the 1950s.
The pans can be made of metal, ceramic, or silicone, and their design allows for even baking and a cake that releases easily when greased properly.
Bundt cakes can be made in a variety of flavours, ranging from rich chocolate or citrusy lemon to spiced pumpkin or classic vanilla.
They are often drizzled with glaze, dusted with icing sugar, or left plain to let the intricate design shine. Perfect for any occasion,
Bundt cakes are a delightful way to impress guests or add a bit of flair to your everyday dessert.
Note – If you are reading recipes, you might sometimes see them call for plain chocolate. Don’t panic. This is just another name for dark chocolate.
