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Gluten Free Chocolate Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 450
A rich and moist gluten-free chocolate cake perfect for any celebration or craving. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients and delightful frosting.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Flour, sifted
  • 1 cup cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk, dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 0.75 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 eggs eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar, white or apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 0.67 cup oil (safflower, canola, refined avocado, etc.)
  • 0.75 cup hot brewed coffee or boiling water

Frosting Ingredients

  • 3 sticks butter, 1 1/2 sticks
  • 0.75 cup sifted cocoa powder
  • 3-5 cups sifted powdered sugar, adjust to desired consistency
  • 2-4 tbsp milk, dairy or non-dairy
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare pan(s) with oil and parchment paper.
  • Whisk wet ingredients, then add dry ingredients and whisk until combined. Pour in coffee or boiling water and mix until thin batter forms.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and bake for 32-45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
  • Make frosting by beating softened butter, then adding cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Frost cooled cake and decorate as desired.

Notes

Ensure to measure ingredients accurately for best results. Adjust powdered sugar for desired frosting consistency.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cake, Chocolate, Gluten-Free