Decadent Fudge Chocolate Cake

Indulge in this rich and moist gluten-free chocolate cake, made without any oil or coconut. This fudgy delight is perfect for chocoholics, with a deep chocolate flavor and a velvety texture that will satisfy your sweet cravings. A truly decadent treat!
ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups gluten-free flour blend
- 1 ½ cups almond milk
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons water
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- 2.
In a small bowl, whisk together ground flaxseed and water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to form a flax egg.
- 3.
In a large mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour blend, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 4.
Add almond milk, vanilla extract, applesauce, and the flax egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined and there are no lumps.
- 5.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- 6.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7.
Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 8.
Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite dairy-free frosting, if desired. Enjoy this divine fudge chocolate cake!