Description
This Gingerbread Chocolate Bundt Cake combines cozy gingerbread spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with rich chocolate flavor for a moist, tender dessert perfect for festive celebrations and cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup natural cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup molasses (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup plant-based dairy (milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Optional Glaze
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Pinch of natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prep and Preheat: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your bundt pan thoroughly, making sure every nook is coated to prevent sticking and ensure easy release after baking.
- Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, natural cocoa powder, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Mixing the spices evenly will guarantee that every bite bursts with balanced flavor.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, vegetable oil, molasses (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, plant-based dairy (milk), and vanilla extract (natural) until smooth and glossy.
- Bring Wet and Dry Together: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mix, stirring gently until everything is just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light and tender.
- Bake Your Cake: Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top lightly. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for about 15 minutes in the pan before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Glaze: For an optional finishing touch, whisk together apple cider vinegar, powdered sugar, and a pinch of natural gelling agent to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle generously over the cooled cake for that extra wow factor.
Notes
- Use ingredients at room temperature to ensure smooth mixing and even baking.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake moist and tender.
- Use fresh ground spices for the best flavor impact.
- Fully grease your bundt pan to avoid sticking and maintain the cake’s shape.
- Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean with no wet batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: gingerbread, chocolate, bundt cake, dessert, plant-based, spiced cake
