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Almond Flour Chocolate Cake

Moist Almond Flour Chocolate Cake Recipe That Will Fool Everyone

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A fluffy and moist chocolate cake made with almond flour, perfect for a gluten-free or low-carb treat.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ cup sugar or maple syrup
  • ½ cup plant-based milk
  • ¼ cup coconut oil (melted)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, sugar or maple syrup, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For extra richness, top with whipped cream or chocolate ganache.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg