VEGAN FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE

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VEGAN FLOURLESS 

CHOCOLATE CAKE



This simplified Vegan Flourless Chocolate Cake recipe has several health and dietary benefits:

1. Vegan-friendly:

  • Completely free of animal products, making it suitable for those following a vegan diet.

2. Gluten-free:

  • Since it's flourless, it's naturally gluten-free, perfect for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

3. Rich in healthy fats:

  • Almond butter is a great source of heart-healthy fats, which can help improve cholesterol levels and provide long-lasting energy.

4. Low refined sugar:

  • The recipe uses maple syrup (or agave), a natural sweetener, which is lower on the glycemic index than refined sugars, offering a less intense blood sugar spike.

5. Antioxidant-rich:

  • Dark chocolate and cocoa powder are both rich in antioxidants, especially flavonoids, which support heart health and have anti-inflammatory properties.

6. Plant-based protein:

  • Almond butter and plant-based milk provide protein, supporting muscle repair and overall body function.

7. Fewer ingredients:

  • Minimal ingredients mean fewer processed additives, keeping the cake as natural and wholesome as possible.

This cake is a rich, satisfying treat that aligns with both healthy eating and dietary restrictions without sacrificing flavor!


Ingredients:

  • 1½ cups dark chocolate chips (dairy-free, vegan)
  • ½ cup almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)
  • ½ cup maple syrup (or agave syrup)
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • ¼ cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda


INSTRUCTIONS :

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt chocolate: In a microwave or saucepan, gently melt the dark chocolate.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together almond butter, maple syrup, and almond milk until smooth.
  4. Combine: Stir melted chocolate into the wet mixture.
  5. Add dry ingredients: Sift in cocoa powder and baking soda, mixing until smooth.
  6. Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and enjoy!


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