Indulge in the rich and luxurious taste of this chocolate coconut dream cake, a perfect blend of moist chocolate sponge and creamy coconut chocolate ganache frosting. This dairy-free delight is not only easy to make but also irresistibly delicious. The frosting, a simple yet elegant combination of coconut cream and dark chocolate, elevates the cake to a new level of indulgence. Whether for a special occasion or as a treat for yourself, this cake is sure to impress with its exquisite flavor and texture.
Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 300g self-rising flour
- 60g cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 150g light brown sugar
- 360ml dairy-free milk mixed with 1 tsp vinegar
- 100g coconut yogurt
- 80g coconut oil
- Frosting:
- 1 can coconut milk, chilled overnight
- 200g dark chocolate
Method:
- Begin with the frosting. Scoop out the solid coconut cream from the chilled coconut milk. Heat it until it's almost boiling.
- Place the chocolate in a bowl and pour the hot coconut cream over it. Cover with a towel and let it sit for 5 minutes to melt the chocolate. Stir well and let it cool and thicken.
- Preheat your oven to 170°C and line three 6-inch round cake tins.
- Mix dairy-free milk and vinegar and set aside to thicken.
- Sift together the dry ingredients in one bowl.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients.
- Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide the batter among the cake tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Once the ganache has cooled and thickened, whip it in a stand mixer until creamy.
- Frost the cooled cakes with the chocolate coconut cream frosting.
Enjoy this heavenly cake and feel free to share this delightful recipe with friends and family!