Vegan Chocolate Frosted Snack Cake

ByHannah Peterson

(Soft, Simple & Perfectly Sweet)

This vegan chocolate frosted snack cake is soft, fluffy, and topped with a smooth, rich chocolate layer that melts in your mouth. It’s an easy, no-fuss dessert that’s perfect for everyday treats, lunchboxes, or a quick sweet fix.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup plant-based milk
  • ⅓ cup neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Frosting:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2–3 tbsp plant-based milk
  • 1 tbsp melted vegan butter or coconut oil
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a square baking pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients
    In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients
    Pour in plant-based milk, oil, vinegar, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  4. Bake
    Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
  5. Cool Completely
    Let the cake cool before adding frosting.
  6. Make Frosting
    Whisk powdered sugar, cocoa powder, plant milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Frost & Slice
    Spread frosting evenly over the cake and cut into squares.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Enjoy with coffee or tea ☕
  • Serve chilled for a firmer frosting texture
  • Add sprinkles or chocolate chips for fun 🍫

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Don’t overbake to keep the cake soft and moist
  • Adjust frosting thickness with more or less plant milk
  • Let frosting set slightly before slicing for clean edges

🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per square)

  • Calories: 210
  • Carbs: 32g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Protein: 2g

✨ A simple, nostalgic vegan cake that’s rich, chocolatey, and perfect for any sweet craving!

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