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Grain-free Chocolate Cake

Recipe by The Pioneer Chicks
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 1 9" cake
Author Alexa Lehr

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cassava flour
  • 1 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup + 2 T. cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  • 3/4 cup avocado oil
  • 2 large pasture-raised, organic eggs room temperature
  • 3/4 cup dairy-free yogurt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325℉. Lightly oil the sides of a 9" cake pan with coconut oil. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit in the bottom of the cake pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until combined.
  • Add the oil, eggs, and yogurt. Stir until the batter is smooth but do not over mix the batter. The batter should be pourable but not too thin.
  • Pour the batter into the cake pan and make sure it is spread evenly in the pan.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean and the edges should bounce back when gently pressed.
  • Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes in the cake pan, then turn it out on a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.