Gluten Free Chocolate Cake
A rich, fudgy, and moist gluten-free chocolate cake perfect for chocolate lovers and suitable for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups almond flour Provides healthy fats and protein.
- 0.5 cups cocoa powder Unsweetened for a deep chocolate flavor.
- 1 tsp baking soda For leavening.
- 0.5 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
- 1 cup sugar Sweetens the cake.
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs Bind the ingredients.
- 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce Keeps the cake moist.
- 0.25 cups melted coconut oil Adds richness; let cool before mixing.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 0.5 cups milk (or dairy-free alternative) For moister batter.
Frosting Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar For sweetness in frosting.
- 0.5 cups cocoa butter (or unsalted butter) For the frosting.
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative) Adjusts frosting consistency.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and milk.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until well mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Frosting
- While baking, prepare the cocoa buttercream by whipping together cocoa butter and powdered sugar, adding cream until desired consistency is reached.
- Once the cake is cooled, frost it with the cocoa buttercream.
Serving
- Slice and enjoy your delicious gluten-free chocolate cake.
Notes
Customize with your favorite toppings such as frosting or fresh berries. Store in an airtight container; cake lasts up to a week in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 240mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
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