A Rich and Moist Gluten-Free Dark Chocolate Cake Means a Treat Without the Guilt

Gluten free dark chocolate cake recipe

Craving something rich? Something indulgent? This gluten-free dark chocolate cake delivers. Moist. Fudgy. Packed with a double dose of health. Perfect for any occasion. Easy to make. Even easier to love. Let’s get baking! Treat yourself to this irresistible, guilt-free pleasure and savor every bite!

Ingredients
For the cake:

• 140 gm gluten-free flour blend
  The blend is typically made of rice flour, tapioca starch, and other flours that mimic the structure of wheat-based flour.
• 65 gm Cadbury Bournville cocoa powder
  Using Cadbury dark cocoa enhances the intensity of flavor profile.
• 1 tsp baking powder
  Without gluten to give structure, baking powder adds the necessary lift.
• ½ tsp baking soda to make your cake light and airy.
• ¼ tsp salt to balance the taste and bring out the sweetness.
• 200 gm sugar to add sweetness and impart moisture to the cake.
• 120 ml vegetable oil or melted coconut oil.
  Oil ensures the cake stays moist, even after cooling. Coconut oil adds a slight richness, while vegetable oil keeps the flavor neutral.
• 2 large eggs (room temperature) that would provide structure, bind the ingredients together and enhance the richness of the cake.
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  Ask any seasoned baker and they’ll tell you that vanilla enhances all the other flavors in the cake.
• 180 ml buttermilk (or dairy-free alternative) is crucial to bake a moist cake. The acidity of buttermilk helps to activate the baking soda, giving the cake a lighter texture.
• 120 ml hot water or brewed coffee
  This helps bloom the cocoa powder, further deepening the chocolate flavor. If you use coffee, it intensifies the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.

For the frosting:

• 115 gm unsalted butter (softened) will form the base of the frosting. It will enable you to whip everything together into a light, fluffy texture.
• 220 gm powdered sugar. It dissolves quickly, so the frosting stays silky without any graininess.
• 65 gm Cadbury cocoa powder. More chocolate, more fun, more taste.
• 1 tsp vanilla extract further adds depth to the frosting
• 30-45 ml milk (or dairy-free alternative), which helps thin the frosting to your desired consistency.

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C. Grease two eight-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the gluten-free flour blend, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, vegetable oil or melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Gradually add the buttermilk to the wet ingredients, alternating with the dry ingredients mixture. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. But be careful not to overmix.
5. Pour in the hot water or brewed coffee and stir until the batter is smooth. The addition of hot liquid helps to enhance the chocolate flavor and moistness of the cake. So don’t cut corners and add room temperature water or cool coffee.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven at 175°C for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite frosting, or serve it plain for a delicious gluten-free treat.

Enjoy it with a steaming cup of coffee for an afternoon pick-me-up or serve it elegantly with a dollop of whipped cream for dessert. Its simplicity and decadence make it a favorite among chocolate enthusiasts and those with dietary preferences alike. Also, read more to level up your chocolate cake with these expert hacks.