Almond Flour Chocolate Cake

This rich almond flour chocolate cake is moist, decadent, and just as tasty as a chocolate cake made with regular flour! 

Almond flour is a wonderful grain-free flour that is an excellent alternative to gluten flour.

This almond flour chocolate cake has simple ingredients and is incredibly easy to make. I topped it with a homemade dairy-free chocolate ganache and fresh berries. You can frost it with your favorite frosting or simply dust it with powdered sugar.

How To Make Almond Flour Chocolate Cake

For this recipe, you will need almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch cake pan with cooking spray and set aside. 

Whisk the eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla syrup in a mixing bowl. 

Add in the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix with a whisk until well combined. 

Next, pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick is inserted into the center and comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool before frosting.

Frost or decorate the cake and serve. Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. You may freeze the cake in individual slices for up to three months.

Homemade Dairy-Free Ganache

If you’re looking for a chocolate topping for this cake, this dairy-free ganache is perfect on this decadent almond flour chocolate cake.

For this recipe, you will need dairy-free chocolate chips and canned coconut milk (chilled).

Scoop the thick coconut cream out of the can of chilled coconut milk. Measure out about a cup of cream.

Pour the chocolate chips and coconut cream into a microwave-safe bowl. 

Heat the bowl for 30 seconds, remove it from the microwave, and gently mix the chocolate and cream with a spatula. 

Repeat until all the chocolate has melted and the mixture becomes glossy.

Pour the chocolate ganache over the cooled cake and spread over the top.  

Almond Flour Chocolate Cake Recipe Video

Almond Flour Chocolate Cake FAQ

Can I use a different sweetener instead of maple syrup?

Yes, you can use your favorite sweetener in place of maple syrup. Honey, agave syrup, or any liquid sweetener can be used. Adjust the amount to taste.

Can I substitute almond flour with another flour?

Almond flour is unique in its texture and moisture content. Substituting with another flour may affect the cake’s texture and taste. 

Can I add other ingredients to the cake?

Yes, you can add other ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to the batter for extra flavor and texture.

Is this cake suitable for those with dietary restrictions?

This almond flour chocolate cake is gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free. The ganache is dairy-free if made with coconut milk. However, always check ingredient labels for any potential allergens.

Can I frost the cake with something other than ganache?

Yes, you can frost the cake with your favorite frosting or simply dust it with powdered sugar. Dairy-free or traditional buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or even a fruit compote would work well.

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