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Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Almond Flour

Decadent Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Almond Flour Bliss

A moist gluten-free chocolate olive oil cake with almond flour, rich flavors, and a hint of coffee.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 38 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Provides structure and moisture
  • 3 large Eggs Adds structure and aids in rising
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Enhances rise
  • 1 cup Sugar Contributes sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Amplifies flavor
  • 3/4 cup Dutch Cocoa Powder Deep chocolate flavor
  • 1 cup Strong Coffee (cooled) Intensifies chocolate flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Introduces moisture
Optional Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch (or 8-inch) round cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugar, and beat on medium-high speed for about 20 seconds.
  3. Add olive oil, cooled strong coffee, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix until fully combined.
  4. Gradually sift in almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, Dutch cocoa powder, and salt; fold until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the surface.
  6. Bake for 35-43 minutes, using a toothpick to check for doneness.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before flipping onto a wire rack.
  8. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for fluffier texture. Strong coffee should enhance chocolate flavor without leaving a taste.

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