Gluten Free German Chocolate Cake Recipe

April 13, 2023 Post a Comment

Sweet Cakes Gluten Free Kirkland 2020 from www.findmeglutenfree.com

Ingredients

This gluten free German chocolate cake recipe is definitely a crowd pleaser! The cake is moist, rich, and full of flavor. Here is what you’ll need to make it:

2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 cup coconut oil, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut oil, sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and buttermilk. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped pecans over each cake. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning them out onto a cooling rack.

To make the frosting: In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, heavy cream, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and sprinkle with extra pecans, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

This gluten free German chocolate cake is a delicious and indulgent treat. Each slice contains approximately:

341 calories
22.5 g fat
34.6 g carbohydrates
3.6 g protein
3.2 g fiber
45 mg cholesterol
297 mg sodium

This cake is a great way to enjoy a special treat without worrying about gluten. While it does contain a lot of calories and fat, it is lower in carbohydrates than a traditional German chocolate cake. Plus, it is full of fiber and protein from the coconut oil, eggs, and buttermilk. Enjoy in moderation!

Tips

This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cake for up to 3 months. To freeze, wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap, then place in an airtight container. Allow the cake to thaw before serving.

For a fun twist, you can top the cake with shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips. You can also use different types of gluten-free flour, such as almond flour or oat flour, in place of the all-purpose gluten-free flour.