Chocolate Beetroot Cake Recipe

Intrigued by the unexpected? This Chocolate Beetroot Cake from Delicious Magazine (July 2004) delivers a rich, intensely chocolatey flavor with an earthy undertone from the subtly sweet beetroot. You won't believe how the beetroot enhances the chocolate – it's a secret ingredient that adds depth without overpowering the taste. Perfect for chocolate lovers who want something a little different!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 401 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chocolate Beetroot Cake

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How to Make Chocolate Beetroot Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas Mark 4). Grease and flour a 20cm round cake tin.
  2. Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water (or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring gently until combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  8. Gently stir in the beetroot puree.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate ganache or frosting (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

183g

Fat

9g

Carbs

28g

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