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A slice of gluten free chocolate cake topped with chocolate frosting

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake

This simple, moist Gluten Free Chocolate Cake is perfect for gatherings, featuring rich cocoa flavor and optional fall spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 260 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • 3/4 cup cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional) for fall warmth
  • 1 teaspoon teaspoons fine salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/2 cup ml neutral oil (vegetable or light olive oil)
  • 2 teaspoons teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ml hot brewed coffee or hot water enhances chocolate flavor

Optional Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cups chocolate chips (ensure gluten-free label) optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until mostly combined. Slowly add the hot coffee (or water) and whisk until the batter is smooth.

Baking

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Finishing Touches

  • Dust with powdered sugar or spread a chocolate glaze on top.
  • For a cheesecake-style twist, consider pairing a slice with a gluten-free chocolate cheesecake.

Notes

Measure carefully and avoid overmixing to prevent a dense cake. Use room-temperature ingredients for the best texture. Consider using a simple syrup to add moisture if the cake dries out.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g
Keyword Baking, Cake, chocolate, dessert, gluten free chocolate cake
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