This Almond Flour Chocolate Cake is a delightful treat for anyone looking for a gluten-free option. Made with rich cocoa powder, a hint of espresso to enhance the chocolate flavor, and sweetened with honey or maple syrup, this cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for chocolate lovers. Topped with a smooth and silky dark chocolate ganache, it's a sophisticated dessert that's surprisingly simple to make.
Why You'll Love This:
- Almond flour gives the cake a wonderfully moist texture and a slight nuttiness.
- The espresso powder deepens the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.
- Honey or maple syrup provides a natural sweetness that complements the rich cocoa.
- The dark chocolate ganache adds a luxurious finish to the cake.
Ingredients: For the Cake:
- 2 cups almond flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 4 eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ cup honey or maple syrup
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate
- 3.5 oz heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare an 8-inch baking pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool to room temperature for at least 1 hour.
- For the ganache, melt dark chocolate and heavy cream in a microwave for about 70 seconds. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Pour the ganache over the cooled cake, smoothing it with a spatula.
- Allow the ganache to set before serving.
Notes:
- The espresso powder is crucial for enhancing the chocolate flavor without making it taste like coffee.
- Ensure your baking soda is fresh for the cake to rise properly.
- Use room temperature ingredients for a homogenous batter.
- Measure flour correctly to avoid a dense cake.
- Lining the pan with parchment paper ensures even baking and easy release.
Enjoy your homemade Almond Flour Chocolate Cake with Silky Chocolate Ganache, a delightful dessert that's both indulgent and gluten-free!