Peach-Infused Vegan Chocolate Cake Recipe
This rich and moist chocolate cake uses peach puree to create a fudgy texture without compromising on flavor. Sweetened with coconut sugar and blended to perfection, this cake is a healthier twist on a classic dessert. Baked to a deep dark finish with a lightly cracked surface, it’s perfect for those who love intense chocolate treats with a fruity undertone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (320g) peach puree (skin and pits removed)
- 2 large eggs + 2 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup (65g) coconut sugar
- 7/8 cup (75g) Dutch process cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 6-inch round springform pan with non-stick cooking spray. Line the bottom with a parchment paper round and cut a long strip to line the inner sides of the pan to prevent sticking.
- Blend Peach Puree: Add the prepared peach flesh into a blender and blend until completely smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Mix Wet Ingredients and Sugar: To the peach puree in the blender, add 2 large eggs, 2 egg yolks, and 1/2 cup coconut sugar. Blend again until the mixture is smooth and homogenous, scraping down the sides to incorporate all ingredients.
- Add Cocoa Powder: Add 7/8 cup Dutch process cocoa powder to the blender mixture and blend until the batter is uniform in color and texture, scraping sides as necessary to create a smooth batter.
- Transfer and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top gently with a spatula. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until the cake is fully set. The top will be very dark and may have a light crack, which is normal. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Cool and Set: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before releasing it. The cake will shrink slightly and the surface will level out as it cools. For best texture and flavor development, refrigerate the cake for several hours or overnight before serving.
- Optional Frosting and Storage: If desired, frost the cake once cooled (optional frosting recipe can be used). Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Make sure to remove all skin and pits from peaches before pureeing for the smoothest texture.
- The cake is best when allowed to set for several hours or chilled to deepen its fudginess and flavor.
- Using Dutch process cocoa results in a more mellow chocolate flavor and darker color.
- Optional frosting can be added to enhance sweetness, but the cake itself is very rich and flavorful on its own.
- Leftovers should be refrigerated or frozen to retain moisture and freshness.
