Recipe For Gluten Free Chocolate Cake
Introduction
Are you looking for a delicious gluten-free chocolate cake recipe? Look no further! This recipe is not only gluten-free but also incredibly easy to make. You won't even be able to tell that it's gluten-free. This cake is perfect for birthdays, special occasions or just because you want a sweet treat.Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup warm water
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. 3. In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs and vanilla extract until well combined. 4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with warm water, until the batter is smooth and well combined. 5. Pour the batter into a greased or lined 9-inch cake pan. 6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. 7. Let the cake cool completely before icing and serving.Nutrition
This gluten-free chocolate cake is not only delicious but also relatively healthy. Here is the nutritional information for one slice of cake:- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sugar: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
Ingredient Substitutions
If you don't have all of the ingredients listed above, don't worry! Here are some ingredient substitutions that you can make:- Gluten-free flour: You can substitute all-purpose flour if you do not need to make a gluten-free cake.
- Vegetable oil: You can substitute any neutral-tasting oil such as canola oil, sunflower oil or grapeseed oil.
- Eggs: You can use a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons of water) or applesauce as an egg substitute.
- Sugar: You can substitute granulated sugar with coconut sugar or maple syrup for a healthier alternative.
- Vanilla extract: You can substitute vanilla extract with almond extract or any other flavor extract of your choice.
Tips for making the perfect gluten-free chocolate cake
Now that you have the recipe and ingredient substitutions, here are some tips to make the perfect gluten-free chocolate cake:- Make sure to use gluten-free flour that is specifically designed for baking.
- Do not overmix the batter as this can cause the cake to become dense and dry.
- Use room temperature eggs and warm water to ensure that the batter mixes well.
- Let the cake cool completely before icing and serving to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.