Chocolate Beetroot Cake

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 2
Decadent Chocolate Beetroot Cake recipe for chocolate lovers
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

75 g good quality cocoa powder ( I used Hershey 's cocoa )
180 g plain flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
250 g caster sugar ( super fine sugar )
250 g cooked fresh beetroots
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
200 ml corn or 200 ml sunflower oil
icing sugar ( confectioners sugar , to dust )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
388
Sugar
35g
Fat
19g
This Chocolate Beetroot Cake is a rich and decadent dessert that is perfect for chocolate lovers. The addition of beetroot not only gives the cake a deliciously moist texture, but also makes it a healthier option than other chocolate cakes. This cake is also a great choice for anyone who needs to follow a gluten-free diet, as it does not contain any wheat flour. It's perfect for birthdays, dinner parties or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F and lightly grease a 20cm / 8inch cake tin with oil or butter.
2.Sift together the cocoa powder, plain flour and baking powder into a large mixing bowl.
3.Blend the cooked beetroot into a smooth puree and add it into the bowl of dry ingredients. Mix together until all the ingredients are well combined.
4.In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs and mix in the caster sugar until well combined.
5.Add in the vanilla extract and oil and stir gently to combine.
6.Pour the wet ingredients into the mixing bowl with the dry ingredients and stir together until completely combined.
7.Pour the cake batter into the greased cake tin, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
8.Bake your cake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
9.Allow the cake to cool completely in the tin before removing it and dusting with a light coating of icing sugar.

PROS

This cake is rich, decadent and perfect for chocolate lovers.

The beetroot adds a healthy twist to the recipe, making it a great way to sneak some veggies into your dessert.

This cake is also a great option for anyone who needs to follow a gluten-free diet.

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and fat, making it a dessert that should be enjoyed in moderation.

The recipe requires the use of a food processor or blender to puree the beetroot, which can be time-consuming and messy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beetroot is a good source of dietary fibre, potassium, iron and vitamins C and B9.
The cocoa powder used in this recipe is high in antioxidants, which can help to reduce inflammation and protect the body against disease.
This cake is also a great option for anyone who needs to follow a gluten-free diet, as it does not contain any wheat flour.

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