Chocolate Cake
This rich and moist Chocolate Cake made with wholesome Einkorn flour and cane sugar offers a tender crumb and deeply chocolatey flavor. Topped with smooth cocoa frosting, it’s perfect for celebrations or everyday indulgence. A healthier twist on classic chocolate cake that doesn’t compromise on taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 servings
- Category: Dessert, Cake, Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cake
3 cups Einkorn flour (or any wheat flour)
2 cups cane sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt
6 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
¾ cup salted butter, melted
2 teaspoons homemade vanilla extract
2 cups room temperature water
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
For the Icing
3 ½ cups organic powdered sugar (cornstarch-free)
1 ¼ cups cocoa powder
¼ cup salted butter
1 teaspoon homemade vanilla extract
½ cup water
Instructions
-
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans or line with parchment.
-
Sift together flour, cane sugar, salt, cocoa powder, and baking soda.
-
Whisk melted butter, vanilla, water, and apple cider vinegar in separate bowl.
-
Gradually mix wet into dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
-
Divide batter between pans; bake 30–35 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
-
Cool in pans 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
-
For icing, combine powdered sugar and cocoa. Add butter, vanilla, and water; beat until smooth and spreadable. Adjust consistency if needed.
-
Spread icing between layers and over entire cake once cool.
-
Slice and serve.
Notes
Substitute all-purpose flour for Einkorn if desired.
Add brewed coffee for enhanced chocolate flavor.
Use coconut oil instead of butter for dairy-free option.
Add cinnamon or espresso powder for depth.
Top with berries or nuts for texture.
Find it online: https://familydinnercooking.com/chocolate-cake/
