Blackberry Chocolate Indulgence

Welcome back to my kitchen! Today, I’m thrilled to share a recipe that is as indulgent as it is delightful – the Blackberry Chocolate Indulgence. This dessert combines the richness of chocolate with the tangy sweetness of blackberries, creating a truly sumptuous treat. Let’s dive into this vegan version of a delectable dessert that’s perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup Rodelle Organic Baking Cocoa
• 2 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk (vegan substitute: almond or soy milk with a tsp of vinegar)
• 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs (vegan substitute: 3 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with 9 tbsp water)
• 1 cup hot water

For the Blackberry Jam:

• 3 cups fresh blackberries
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Blackberry Buttercream:

• 5 large egg whites (vegan substitute: aquafaba from a can of chickpeas)
• 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temp (vegan substitute: vegan butter)
• 3 tbsp homemade blackberry jam

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 2 oz dark chocolate, chopped
• 2 oz heavy cream (vegan substitute: coconut cream)

Directions

Blackberry Jam:

1. Add blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Cook until berries start to break down, mashing them with a mixing spoon.
3. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens and berries are completely broken down, about 20 minutes.
4. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh sieve. Chill in the fridge.

Chocolate Cake:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare 3 round 8-inch baking pans with nonstick spray, coat with baking cocoa, and line bottoms with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. Mix wet ingredients in a separate bowl (except hot water).
3. With the mixer on medium-low, add wet ingredients to dry ingredients in a steady stream, then slowly mix in hot water.
4. Pour batter evenly into pans, bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool in pans for 20-30 minutes, then refrigerate wrapped cakes for 1 hour.

Assembly:

1. Once cooled, layer the cakes with blackberry jam and frost with blackberry buttercream.
2. Prepare the chocolate ganache by heating the cream and pouring it over the chopped chocolate. Stir until smooth.
3. Drizzle ganache over the cake and let set before serving.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 1 hour
• Cooking Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours
• Calories per Serving: 540 kcal
• Servings: 12

This Blackberry Chocolate Indulgence is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat that will leave your guests impressed. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or just a weekend treat, this cake is sure to be the star of any gathering. Enjoy crafting this vegan masterpiece and indulge in the rich layers of chocolate and bursts of blackberry!