Exquisite Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake with Rich Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting

This Exquisite Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake is a true culinary delight, perfect for those who follow a gluten-free diet or anyone who appreciates a rich, chocolatey treat. The cake features a blend of gluten-free baking flour and unsweetened Dutch process cocoa powder, ensuring a moist and tender crumb. Enhanced with the sweetness of granulated sugar and the unique combination of coconut oil, milk, and apple cider vinegar, this cake promises a complex flavor profile. The Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting, creamy and lush, perfectly complements the cake, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

Why You'll Love This:

  • Gluten-Free Goodness: Ideal for those with gluten sensitivities without compromising on taste.
  • Deep Chocolate Flavor: Dutch process cocoa powder offers a rich, deep chocolate taste.
  • Creamy Frosting: The sour cream in the frosting adds a delightful tang, balancing the sweetness.

Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Prepare round cake pans with grease and parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. In another bowl, mix coconut oil, eggs, vanilla, milk, and vinegar.
  4. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry, mixing to a thick fudgy consistency.
  5. Stir in hot water until the batter is very thin.
  6. Divide batter evenly among pans and bake for 35-40 minutes for 6" cakes or 30-35 minutes for 8" cakes.
  7. Cool in pans for 20 minutes, then remove and chill before frosting.

Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting:

  1. Beat butter until smooth.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, then cocoa powder, mixing well.
  3. Add sour cream and mix.
  4. Adjust consistency with milk as needed.
  5. Chill the cakes, level the tops if necessary.
  6. Apply a crumb coat of frosting, chill for 30 minutes, then finish frosting.
  7. Decorate as desired.

Dive into this Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting for a rich, satisfying dessert experience. Enjoy!

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