Egg-free, Dairy-free Chocolate Cake
This Egg-free, Dairy-free Chocolate Cake is a dream come true for people with egg and milk allergies. Moist and delicious, you’ll never know it’s allergy-friendly!
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My oldest daughter is allergic to everything. And I mean everything. Wheat, milk, eggs, tree nuts and peanuts. As you can imagine, it is difficult to feed this child. I am always on the lookout for allergy-friendly foods.
Do you have allergies or food intolerances, too? If you are gluten-free, I’m afraid this recipe won’t help you. But if you are dairy and egg-free, then this is just the ticket! (This recipe may work with gluten-free flour, but I have never tried it).
I must tell you that I am not a cake lover. If I am going to appease a sugar craving, I am going to do it with cookies or brownies–not with cake. But this cake is different. I actually like it better than any other cake I have made–especially the boxed cake mixes.
What’s the secret to this cake? Hot water. I know it seems strange, but it totally works! The cake is dense and delicious. Just top it with some chocolate frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar and you have a fantastic cake for any occasion.
The next time you have to make a cake but are out of eggs, no need to run to the store! This recipe has you covered!
(If you want some delicious homemade ice cream to go with this cake, click here for a bunch of amazing ice cream recipes).
Egg-free, Dairy-free Chocolate Cake
Ingredients
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa
- 2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup oil
- 2 Tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add wet ingredients and mix.
- Stir in hot water and mix well.
- Pour into a greased 9x13 pan and bake for 30-40 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with just a few crumbs.
Know about how many cupcakes this would make? Thanks!
I am in the process of waiting for this cake I have 7 minutes left on timer. I was wondering if u ever added semi sweet chips to the mix before baking?. I am a person that has milk allergy so I hope I can eat this. Which I am sure I can. Thanks
Could self rising flour be used in place of the all purpose flour and baking soda??
Can I make this in a bundy pan?
I’m sure you can!
Made this for my dairy and egg allergic son’s birthday. This was so delicious and chocolatey. Everyone really loved it. I used canned vanilla frosting that is dairy free. I’m so glad I found this recipe. I’m sure I will make it again and again.
I’m excited to try this for my son’s birthday! Do you have a recommendation for a dairy-free chocolate frosting?
Hi Heidi! I haven’t personally tried a chocolate dairy-free frosting, but this one has pretty good reviews: https://www.texanerin.com/paleo-chocolate-fudge-frosting/
Hi Vanessa,
I was wondering what kind of cocoa powder you use ? Also in place of water can i use espresso powder? If so, how much would you recommend ?
Thanks.
Coacoa powder*
I haven’t tried this cake yet! Just wondering if anyone ran into the issue I’m having. I am baking this cake for my cousins baby who is turning one and has a dairy allergy. The Cisco’s powders I am finding all day *couldcontain milk* I’m really nervous to use them. Is there a certain brand you reccomend that 100% does not contain milk?
Coacoa powder*
All say*
Hi Vanessa, you could try cacao powder which is more natural and would be less likely to contain dairy. Of course, you’d definitely have to check the labels for possible cross contamination. That always makes it more challenging. Here is a link to one: https://thrivemarket.com/p/navitas-organics-organic-cacao-powder
Hello question what type of oil did you use, regular good ol oil or coconut oil? Sorry first time baking and it’s dairy free. Thank you
Thanks for this cake recipe, my daughter is allergic to dairy and soy proteins so this will be perfect for her!
On another note, have you heard of Intestinal permeability? Thats the scientific/doc term for it, but most people refer to it as leaky-gut syndrome.
A lot of parents are finding that their children’s(and their own!) allergies are actually are actually caused by this! They have found that by changing their diet for a period of time, usually to a “healing” diet(usually the GAPS diet or an “autoimmune” one), that they can greatly reduce their allergies and even in some cases get rid of them all together!
I’m going to try it out for me and my daughter, since I have the same allergies, just a bit less extreme than my daughters. The diet isn’t a radical dangerous one either, so it couldn’t hurt to try!
I will have to look into this. My son is allergic to peanuts and would love to help with his allergy. Like you said, definitely can’t hurt to try!
Have you heard of the Medical Medium book by Anthony William? It’s so informative and he discusses leaky gut syndrome and how to finally heal from all chronic illnesses and diseases. Gwenyth Paltrow swears by him as does Robert De Niro, Doctors and so many more! He was on EXTRA the other night talking with Mario Lopez. Pls get his book it will bring so much healing and true understanding of these illnesses and causes.
Also forgot to mention I’m definitely going to make this cake but I’ll try either coconut flour or the gluten free one ny Bob’s Mill that you recommend.
Can you use coffee instead of hot water if there is no allergy??
I don’t see why not!
I just prepared this recipe with coconut flour and palm sugar…had to add a lot more water. I hope it turns our ok!!!
Please tell me the recipe and how it worked aout
could I use almond milk instead of hot water?
Let us know if you try the almond milk and how it turns out!
I made this recipe but dividing the baking soda and baking poe=wder half and half, it came out sooo lovely
Hello, I am looking for a cake to make for my daughters 4th bday party. She is lactose intolerant. Can I make this into a layer cake with 8inch round pans? Thanks!
Hi there! I’d say you could definitely make this that way!
I Love this cake recipe. My Daughter loved it so much. I love it too that i ate the whole cake pan all myself. Thank you so much for coming up with this recipe.
Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
This recipe sounds great. Is the flour plain or self raising? Thank you.
Hi! Plain all purpose flour is fine!
Thank you for this recipe!! This cake was delish!!! I was wondering if you could help me figure out how much ingredients I would need for a smaller cake.
Hi Jessica! You could cut the ingredients in half and prepare the same way. I’d bake it in an 8×8 inch pan probably. Hope that helps!
What if I am trying to stay away from wheat flour?
Hi Corina! You could try it with a gluten-free all purpose flour. I’ve used the kind from Bob’s Red Mill in other recipes with good results.
What kind of vinegar should I use
Hi Sue, white vinegar should be fine!
White wine or white distilled vinegar?
White distilled.
Fantastic recipe! I changed it up slightly one time that I made it. I replaced the hot water with fresh strong brewed hot coffee. Turned out super delicious!!
Wonderful Lynda!
Thanks for this recipe. I used whole wheat flour and coconut oil. The cake came out delish….????
Glad you enjoyed it, Emely!
Can you use coffee instead of water?
I don’t see why not!
Yay! A cake my little boy with multiple food allergies can eat–that’s yummy!
Yay! So glad this will work for your little guy!
I made these into cupcakes and plan to top with coconut whipped cream! Baked at 350 for 16-18 min!
So sorry just now seeing your comment Sarah! That sounds delicious with the coconut whipped cream on top!!!
Coconut cream sounds lovely Sarah! did u make the coconut whipped cream from a tin of coconut cream alone or added anything to it?
I made muffins with your baking modifications! 🙂 turned out amazing!! My boyfriend devoured them!
My daughter is allergic to anything peanuts! I’m totally with you. This cake looks so moist even without eggs and dairy. Love it