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Flourless Quinoa Chocolate Cake Recipe

Flourless Quinoa Chocolate Cake Recipe

Do you love chocolate cake? Most people do. But what if you want a healthy version? This Flourless Quinoa Chocolate Cake Recipe is the answer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa cooled.
  • 1/3 cup milk any kind.
  • 4 large eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  • 3/4 cup melted butter.
  • 1 ½ cups coconut sugar.
  • 1 cup cocoa powder.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder.
  • ½ teaspoon salt.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease your cake pan well.
  • Put quinoa, milk, and eggs in a blender. Add the vanilla and melted butter.
  • Blend the mixture until it is very smooth. There should be no whole grains left.
  • Whisk sugar, cocoa, and baking powder in a bowl. Pour in the blended quinoa mix.
  • Pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Let the cake cool completely. This helps the texture set perfectly.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
  • Rinse your quinoa well before cooking it.
  • This removes any bitter taste.
  • Do not overbake the cake.
  • It should stay a bit fudgy.
  • Serve it with fresh berries on top.
Keyword Flourless Quinoa Chocolate Cake Recipe