Exquisite Vegan Dark Chocolate Espresso Cake with Ganache

Indulge in the rich and sumptuous flavors of this Vegan Dark Chocolate Espresso Cake, a dessert that’s sure to delight all coffee and chocolate lovers. This cake features a super moist dark chocolate sponge, layered with a luxurious chocolate ganache and a silky espresso frosting. The combination of intense dark chocolate and robust espresso creates a harmonious blend of flavors, making this cake a decadent treat. The frosting, made with dairy-free cream cheese and enhanced with espresso, adds a creamy, smooth texture that perfectly complements the dense cake. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for an extraordinary vegan dessert, this cake is a showstopper.

Ingredients:

• Cake:
  • 300g self-rising flour
  • 60g dark cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 150g sugar
  • 360g dairy-free milk mixed with 1 tsp vinegar
  • 90g dairy-free yogurt
  • 50g neutral oil
  • 1 tsp instant espresso dissolved in 1 tbsp boiling water
• Frosting:
  • 400g dairy-free cream cheese
  • 40g vegan vanilla protein powder
  • 4 tbsp maple syrup
  • 200g dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 tbsp espresso dissolved in 1 tbsp boiling water
• Chocolate Ganache:
  • 200ml coconut milk
  • 150g dark chocolate

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 170°C and line two round cake tins.
2. Mix dairy-free milk with vinegar and set aside to thicken.
3. In a bowl, combine the wet ingredients, then sift in the dry ingredients and mix gently.
4. Divide the batter between the tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.
5. For the frosting, whisk all ingredients until smooth.
6. For the ganache, chop the chocolate finely and place in a bowl. Heat the coconut milk to a simmer and pour over the chocolate. Let stand for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
7. Assemble the cake by spreading frosting and piping some ganache between the layers. Cover the top with more frosting and ganache, allowing some to drip down the sides.
8. Refrigerate the cake to set the ganache.

Enjoy this luxurious Vegan Dark Chocolate Espresso Cake, perfect for any coffee aficionado or chocolate enthusiast!