Vegan Barley Flour Chocolate Cake

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Vegan Barley Flour Chocolate Cake
45 min.
6
345kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with this delightful Vegan Barley Flour Chocolate Cake, a dessert that's not only delicious but also kind to the planet! Perfect for both vegans and anyone looking for a dairy-free treat, this cake proves that you don’t need butter or eggs to achieve a rich, moist chocolate flavor.

Made with wholesome ingredients like whole barley flour and unsweetened cocoa powder, this cake offers a unique twist on traditional chocolate cakes. The use of apple cider vinegar and baking soda creates a beautifully tender crumb, while canola oil adds the perfect amount of moisture. Plus, the natural sweetness from sugar ensures a satisfying finish to any meal.

This cake is not just a feast for the taste buds; it’s also a great conversation starter for those who are exploring plant-based options. With a simple preparation time of only 45 minutes, it’s a hassle-free dessert to whip up for gatherings or just to satisfy a craving. Serve it plain or dress it up with your favorite frosting for an extra touch of sweetness. Your friends and family will never guess that this decadent dessert is entirely vegan!

So, gather your ingredients and let’s get baking! You’re just a short time away from experiencing a deliciously chocolatey creation that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon apple cider vinegar 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups barley flour whole
  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • cup water cold

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven at 350F/180C for 15 minutes. Grease the pan lightly with non-stick cooking spray and line the bottom and sides of the pan with parchment paper. Sift the barley flour and stir together rest of the dry ingredients (sugar to cocoa powder) and create a well in the center. To the well add all the wet ingredients one by one.
  2. Mix until just combined. Don’t over mix. It’s OK to have some lumps.
  3. Pour the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Mine was done by 27 minutes. If baking cupcakes, check around 13-15th minute.
  4. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let it cool for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove the parchment paper on the sides of the pan and slowly invert the pan on a plate and the cake comes out perfect without sticking to the pan. Cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein5.1%
Fat34.06%
Carbs60.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.07
Glycemic Load
35.66
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
8.2273912844451%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.32mg
Epicatechin
7.04mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.48kcal
17.27%
Fat:13.61g
20.94%
Saturated Fat:1.33g
8.31%
Carbohydrates:54.7g
18.23%
Net Carbohydrates:49.63g
18.05%
Sugar:25.45g
28.27%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:380.86mg
16.56%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.36%
100%
Caffeine:8.24mg
2.75%
Protein:4.59g
9.18%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.5%
Selenium:14.62µg
20.88%
Fiber:5.06g
20.25%
Vitamin E:2.39mg
15.95%
Phosphorus:136.08mg
13.61%
Copper:0.27mg
13.59%
Magnesium:54.05mg
13.51%
Vitamin B3:2.4mg
12.01%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.32%
Vitamin K:9.78µg
9.31%
Iron:1.51mg
8.39%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.55%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.62%
Potassium:172.64mg
4.93%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.32%
Calcium:18.26mg
1.83%
Folate:4.11µg
1.03%