CHOCOLATE, RUM AND RAISIN CAKE (VEGAN!)

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Inspired from Linda Majzlik's 'A Vegan Taste of the Caribbean', I reduced the fat by using unsweetened applesauce.

Provided by selfmadegirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces self-rising flour
6 ounces raisins (chopped)
1 1/2 ounces margarine
1 1/2 ounces unsweetened applesauce
2 ounces sugar
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 teaspoon cinnamon
200 ml soymilk

Steps:

  • Soak the raisins in the rum for 1 hour.
  • Gently heat the margarine, sugar and molasses until melted.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in the raisins and any remaining rum.
  • Gradually add the flour, cocoa powder and cinnamon, and then the soy milk.
  • Mix well, then spoon into a greased 7 inch pan.
  • Level the top, and bake at 350°F for about 25 minutes; until risen and firm in the centre.
  • Remove from the pan and cool on a wire rack.
  • If desired, cover with melted chocolate and shredded coconut, and chill in the fridge before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.9, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 343.8, Carbohydrate 40.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 18.9, Protein 3.6

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