Indulgent Gluten-Free Cocoa Cake
This rich, gluten-free chocolate cake is a heavenly treat that's both dairy-free and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and pure maple syrup. Its irresistible moistness and deep cocoa flavor make it a favorite for anyone who craves something special. Topped with a luxurious dairy-free chocolate glaze, it's a dessert that satisfies both health-conscious eaters and devoted chocolate lovers alike!
ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- ¾ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, blend the mashed bananas, maple syrup, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- 5.
If desired, gently fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips.
- 6.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- 7.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9.
For a decadent finish, drizzle melted dairy-free chocolate over the cooled cake before serving.
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