No One Believes This Decadent Chocolate Cake Is Gluten-Free!
A rich and indulgent chocolate cake that surprises everyone with its gluten-free ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- For a richer flavor, add a pinch of espresso powder to the batter.
- This cake can be served with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg