Vegan Raspberry Mocha Cake

• flour↗3 cups
• sugar↗1 1⁄2 cups
• baking soda↗2 teaspoons
• cocoa↗1⁄2 cup
• oil1⁄4 cup
• vanilla↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• vinegar, dissolved in↗2 tablespoons
• water↗1⁄4 cup
• strong brewed coffee or 3/4 cup espresso↗3⁄4 cup
• raspberry preserves↗3⁄4 cup
• chocolate frosting (optional)↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Mix together flour, sugar, baking soda, and cocoa in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Slowly incorporate oil and vanilla, then vinegar and water, and finally the coffee and raspberry preserves.

3. 3

   Mix the batter until it is smooth and creamy.

4. 4

   Pour into a greased cake pan and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

5. 5

   Allow to cool before frosting.