How to Make the Perfect Beet Chocolate Cake
American · Easy · 50 min · 10 servings
This deeply rich chocolate cake uses pureed beets to create an incredibly moist and fudgy texture that kids will obsess over. Kid friendly recipes that hide beets in chocolate cake are the ultimate parent hack for getting more nutrients into little ones.
Why this recipe works
This Beet Chocolate Cake recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 50 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 285 calories with 5g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.5 cups canned beet puree
- 1.5 cups all purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 8 inch round cake pans or one 9x13 pan. Drain canned beets and blend them in a food processor until completely smooth with no chunks.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl beat eggs, oil, and beet puree together until smooth and well blended. The mixture will be a deep purple color which will transform to rich chocolate brown once the cocoa is added.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients and Bake
Sift in flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking soda then stir until just combined. Pour into prepared pans and bake for 32 to 35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 4: Cool and Frost
Allow cake to cool completely in pans for 20 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack. Frost with your favorite chocolate buttercream and no one will ever guess the secret ingredient.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- canned beet puree → freshly cooked and pureed beets
- vegetable oil → melted butter for richer flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not blending the beets smooth enough which leaves visible red flecks that kids may question
- Opening the oven door too early in baking which causes the cake to sink in the middle
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 285 calories, 5g protein, 38g carbs, 13g fat, 3g fiber.
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