Beet and Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Beet and Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large beet, cooked and roughly chopped; 1 pinch salt; 8 ounces all-purpose flour; 4 ounces cocoa powder; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 10 ounces superfine sugar; 3 eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; ¾ cup sunflower oil; 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped into pieces

Servings: persons

1 large beet, cooked and roughly chopped
1 pinch salt
8 ounces all-purpose flour
4 ounces cocoa powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
10 ounces superfine sugar
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¾ cup sunflower oil
4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped into pieces

1
Heat the oven to 375F.
2
Tip the beet into a blender and blitz until finely chopped.
3
Add a pinch of salt and the rest of the ingredients, except the oil and the chocolate.
4
When completely mixed in the blender (you may need to scrape the sides down a couple of times) add the oil in a steady stream with the motor running, as if you were making mayonnaise.
5
When all the oil has been added, stir in the chocolate then tip the mix into a lined 2lb loaf tin.
6
Cook for 1 hour until an inserted skewer comes out practically clean.
7
Leave the loaf to cool on a rack.
8
Serve in slices with creme fraiche or cream.

1081

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large beet, cooked and roughly chopped, 1 pinch salt, 8 ounces all-purpose flour, 4 ounces cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Beet and Chocolate Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Beet and Chocolate Cake

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions