Creating this Chocolate Avocado Cake is simple when you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Prepare Avocado: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocado until smooth.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Stir in granulated sugar and vanilla extract into the mashed avocado until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with almond milk, and mix until smooth.
6. Add Vinegar: Stir in the apple cider vinegar, which helps the cake rise.
7. Incorporate Chocolate Chips: If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips for added richness.
8. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the greased cake pan, spreading it evenly.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

These steps ensure a beautifully baked Chocolate Avocado Cake that will impress anyone who tastes it!