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Slice of gluten-free chocolate cake with ganache on a white plate.

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Recipe

Indulge in a rich, moist gluten-free chocolate cake that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe delivers fudgy flavor without the gluten, making it a crowd-pleaser for everyone at the table. Ready in about an hour, it’s a dessert you’ll want to bake again and again!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Slices
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour all-purpose blend
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup hot coffee or hot water

For Frosting (optional):

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  • Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir in hot coffee (or water) until smooth.
  • Make Batter: Gradually add wet ingredients to dry, mixing until no lumps remain. Don’t overmix—keep it tender!
  • Bake: Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool: Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Frost (Optional): Heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, and stir until smooth. Spread ganache over cooled cake.

Notes

Tips and Variations
  • Tip: Let batter rest 10 minutes before baking for better texture.
  • Tip: Use a toothpick to check doneness—crumbs are fine, but wet batter means more time.
  • Variation: Swap oil for melted butter for richer flavor.
  • Variation: Make it dairy-free with coconut cream frosting and dairy-free chocolate chips.
  • Variation: Add ½ cup chopped nuts or gluten-free sprinkles for extra crunch and fun.
Nutrition Facts (Approximate, Per Serving)
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 47mg
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Sugars: 25g
  • Protein: 4g
Note: Nutrition is approximate and varies with substitutions (e.g., frosting type). Calculated based on standard ingredient values from USDA FoodData Central and typical gluten-free flour blends.
Keyword Gluten Free Chocolate Cake