Description
This Healthy Blender Chocolate Cake is a quick, easy, and nutritious way to enjoy chocolate cake guilt-free! Made with oat flour, cacao powder, and natural sweeteners, this blender cake is moist, rich, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey. A perfect gluten-free and dairy-free dessert option!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1/3 cup olive oil (or neutral oil/melted butter)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey)
- 3/4 cup milk (of choice)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups oat flour
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp espresso powder (optional)
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 350℉ (175℃). Line a 6-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Blend the Batter: Add all cake ingredients to a blender in the order listed. Blend for 5-10 seconds until smooth.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before adding the glaze.
2. Prepare the Glaze:
- Melt Chocolate: In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together oil and chocolate chips until smooth.
- Add Nuts: Stir in chopped walnuts and drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version: Use plant-based milk (almond, coconut, oat).
- For a gluten-free cake: Ensure you use certified gluten-free oat flour.
- To enhance chocolate flavor: Espresso powder is optional but recommended.
- For a fluffier texture: Do not over-blend the batter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
