Description
Beetroot chocolate cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and earthy beetroot, creating a moist and velvety dessert that surprises with every bite. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy night in. With its vibrant color and subtle sweetness, it’s sure to impress both friends and family. Dive into this simple yet extraordinary recipe, and enjoy the magic of baking with beets!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh beetroot puree (about 2 medium beets)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Boil or roast beetroots until tender. Cool, peel, and blend into a smooth puree.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and beetroot puree until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg