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Dairy free gluten free chocolate cake slice on white plate

Dairy Free Gluten Free Chocolate Cake

Matteo
This rich, moist chocolate cake is completely dairy free and gluten free crafted for those with food sensitivities, but loved by everyone. Made with clean, allergy-friendly ingredients and no compromise on flavor or texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Dairy-Free, Gluten Free
Servings 12 slices
Calories 285 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • parchment paper
  • oven
  • cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch processed)
  • 1.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1.25 cups dairy-free milk (almond, oat, or coconut)
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (or mashed banana)
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a second bowl, combine dairy-free milk, oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Stir in apple cider vinegar last.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just smooth. Do not overmix.
  • Fold in the dairy-free dark chocolate chips for added richness and texture.
  • Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes. Toothpick should come out mostly clean.
  • Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out and cool completely before frosting.
  • Frost with dairy-free ganache, coconut whipped cream, or avocado-based chocolate frosting as desired.

Notes

Frost with dairy free ganache or whipped coconut cream. Easily made egg-free with flax eggs. Ideal for mixed diet families, potlucks, or clean eating dessert tables. Works beautifully with avocado based frostings or coconut whipped cream. Can be baked as cupcakes too reduce baking time by 8–10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 210mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 4gSugar: 18gCalcium: 75mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword allergy friendly cake, dairy free chocolate cake, gluten free chocolate cake, gluten free dairy free dessert
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