Gâteau au Chocolat

Gâteau au Chocolat is a rich and indulgent vegan chocolate cake that delivers a deep, satisfying flavor without any animal products. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this dessert is both decadent and surprisingly easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 60 grams
• cocoa powder - 20 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• salt - a pinch
• granulated sugar - 50 grams
• unsweetened applesauce - 40 grams
• almond milk - 60 milliliters
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• coconut oil - 20 grams, melted
• dark vegan chocolate - 30 grams, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease two small ramekins or a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar. Whisk until well combined.
3. In another bowl, mix together the unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. Fold in the chopped dark vegan chocolate until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins or cake pan.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from dark chocolate, which can support heart health.
• Contains fiber from cocoa powder that aids in digestion.

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