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Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake

This Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake is a rich, delicious treat made with nutritious quinoa!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups cold cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup melted butter
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 cups chocolate frosting

Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your cake bakes evenly.
  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the white sugar to the wet mixture, whisking continuously until well combined.
  • In another bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps to avoid any lumps and ensures even distribution.
  • Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Gently fold in the cooked quinoa and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, spread the chocolate frosting generously on top.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Notes

  • Use well-cooked and cooled quinoa for the best texture.
  • Don’t skip sifting dry ingredients; it enhances the cake’s lightness.
  • Experiment with different chocolate chips for a twist on flavor.