Description
Indulge in a moist and delicious gluten-free cake perfect for any occasion! This easy gluten-free cake recipe guarantees a delightful treat for everyone, whether you opt for the classic vanilla or the decadent gluten-free chocolate cake variation. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a simple sweet craving.
Ingredients
- Gluten-Free Flour Blend: A mix of rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch
- Almond Flour: Adds moisture and richness to the cake
- Xanthan Gum: Acts as a binding agent
- Eggs: Provide structure and richness
- Sugar: Sweetens the cake and contributes to texture
- Butter or Oil: Adds moisture and flavor
- Baking Powder: Helps the cake rise
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor
- Cocoa Powder (for chocolate cake): Adds a rich chocolate flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, almond flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If making chocolate cake, gently fold in the cocoa powder.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost with your favorite frosting and enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, use a high-quality gluten-free flour blend.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg