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Chocolate Cranberry Christmas Mini Cakes

Chocolate Cranberry Christmas Mini Cakes for Joyful Holidays

A delightful treat, these Chocolate Cranberry Christmas Mini Cakes are vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 170

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup quinoa flour Can be substituted with amaranth or a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 cup brown rice flour Can be replaced with other gluten-free options if necessary.
  • 1 cup aquafaba Acts as an egg replacer for moisture; use flax eggs for a different texture.
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Agave nectar works as a liquid sweetener substitute.
  • 1/2 cup rice milk Can be swapped with almond milk or your favorite plant-based milk.
For the Chia Jam Filling
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries Dried cranberries aren’t suitable here.
  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds Can be omitted if using cranberry puree instead.
For the Ganache Topping
  • 1 cup dark chocolate Ensure it's vegan to match dietary needs.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best taste.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Square baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • wire rack
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa flour, brown rice flour, and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, whisk aquafaba until frothy, then blend in maple syrup and rice milk. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  2. Carefully pour the wet ingredients into the dry flour mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Once baked, let it cool completely on a wire rack, then cut out 2-inch rounds using a cookie cutter.
  5. For the chia jam, place cranberries in a saucepan over medium heat, add water and chia seeds. Cook for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  6. Take one cake round, spread a layer of cranberry chia jam on top, and place a second cake round on top to create a sandwich. Repeat with all rounds.
  7. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate in intervals until smooth. Pour generously over the stacked cakes.
  8. Chill cakes in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to set the ganache.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cakeCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all wet ingredients are room temperature and avoid overmixing when combining dry and wet ingredients.

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