Caramel Chocolate Coconut Cake

Indulge in a sweet, decadent treat with layers of chocolate cake, gooey caramel, toasted coconut, and rich chocolate chips. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!
Portions:6
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time:30 minutes
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Equipment

  • 8-inch (20-cm) square baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk,
  • spatula

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups 250 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup 40 g cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup 170 g plain or vanilla nondairy yogurt
  • ½ cup 120 ml soy or other nondairy milk
  • ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Additional Layers:

  • cups 300 g sweetened flaked coconut, divided
  • ¾ cup 175 ml Caramel Sauce (see page 492)
  • ½ cup 54 g chopped pecans
  • 1 cup 175 g nondairy semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C, or gas mark 5).
  • Lightly grease or line an 8-inch (20-cm) square baking dish.
  • Make the Cake: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate medium-size bowl, mix together the yogurt, soy milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  • Make the Additional Layers: In a bowl, mix 2 cups (240 g) of the coconut flakes with ½ cup (120 ml) of caramel sauce.
  • Spread this mixture evenly over the cake batter.
  • Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the coconut mixture, followed by the chocolate chips.
  • Top with the remaining ½ cup (60 g) of coconut flakes.
  • Drizzle the remaining ¼ cup (60 ml) of caramel sauce over the top of the coconut.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the coconut is golden brown and the chocolate chips have melted.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:

Serve the cake at room temperature or chilled for the best flavor. Top with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence!

Wine Advice:

Pair this dessert with a rich dessert wine, such as a late-harvest Chardonnay or a sweet Port, to complement the caramel and chocolate flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 30 g | Salt: 0.3 g
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Recipe Category Cake / Chocolate / Dessert / Treats
Country American
Holliday: party
Season: All seasons
Diets Dairy free / Egg-Free / Vegan / Vegetarian
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