Flourless Chocolate Quinoa Cake with Chocolate Ganache Glaze
Quinoa is a complete protein, making this cake a nutritious and delicious dessert option.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Flourless Chocolate Quinoa Cake with Chocolate Ganache Glaze
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
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In a blender, combine the cooked quinoa, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small saucepan, melt the dark chocolate over low heat. Stir in the coconut cream and maple syrup until smooth.
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Pour the chocolate ganache over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Let the ganache set for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Slice and serve the flourless chocolate quinoa cake with chocolate ganache glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
