🍫 Gluten-Free Chocolate Almond Cake – Rich, Moist & Naturally Delicious





Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 35 mins | Servings: 8 slices | Difficulty: Medium

Introduction

Indulge in this Gluten-Free Chocolate Almond Cake — a rich, moist, and naturally gluten-free dessert that’s perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or weekend indulgence. Made with fine almond flour, premium cocoa powder, and high-quality dark chocolate, this cake delivers an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture with a deep chocolate flavor. Whether you follow a gluten-free lifestyle or just love decadent desserts, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Gluten-Free – Made entirely without wheat flour.
  • Moist & Rich – Thanks to almond flour and dark chocolate.
  • Easy to Make – Simple steps, no complicated techniques.
  • Customizable – Perfect with different toppings and flavors.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 200g almond flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp gluten-free baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 150g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
  • 100g unsalted butter
  • 120g brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 20 cm (8-inch) round cake pan.
  2. Melt dark chocolate and butter together over a double boiler. Let cool slightly.
  3. Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, until a skewer inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  7. Cool completely before slicing. Dust with cocoa powder or top with fresh berries.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Garnish with toasted almond flakes for extra crunch.
  • Drizzle with melted chocolate for added indulgence.

Tips & Variations

  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder for deeper flavor.
  • Replace butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • Top with fresh raspberries for a fruity contrast.

Nutrition (Per Slice)

  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 15 g

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