Description
This rich and luscious cake is made without flour and uses olive oil for moisture, making it a perfect treat for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in increments until smooth.
- Stir in the olive oil, then mix in the sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- This cake is best served with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg