Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our delectable almond chocolate cake, a flourless masterpiece that harmonizes the rich, nutty essence of almonds with the luxurious decadence of chocolate. This symphony of textures and flavors is a symphony you won't be able to resist. This article presents a diverse collection of almond chocolate cake recipes, each offering unique variations to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic simplicity of our original almond chocolate cake to the indulgent richness of our gluten-free and vegan renditions, these recipes cater to every dietary preference without compromising on taste. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you spellbound.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE-ALMOND CAKE
Made with dark chocolate and almond flour, this special occasion-worthy cake is surprisingly light and airy thanks to the addition of egg whites and just happens to be gluten-free. Serve with whipped creme fraiche and a tumble of fresh raspberries.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Time 3h5m
Yield Serves 10 to 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Whipped Creme Fraiche: Whisk cream with vanilla and salt until thickened and silky but not yet forming peaks. Add sugar and creme fraiche; whisk to soft peaks, 1 to 2 minutes more. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate in an airtight container up to 8 hours; stir before using.
- Cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-inch springform pan. In a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter with 3/4 cup granulated sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in egg yolks, one at a time. Beat in chocolate and vanilla. Add almond flour and salt; beat to combine. In a separate bowl fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites on low until frothy. Increase speed to medium-high and beat to soft peaks, about 1 minute. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, beating until stiff but not dry peaks form, about 1 minute more. Stir one-third of egg-white mixture into batter until no streaks remain. Gently fold in remaining egg-white mixture just to combine (do not overmix). Transfer to prepared pan; gently smooth top with an offset spatula.
- Bake until puffed slightly and set along edges but still slightly wobbly in center, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely, about 2 hours. Remove sides of pan. Using a spatula, gently lift cake from pan; slide onto a cake plate. Lightly dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into wedges; serve with creme fraiche and raspberries.
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE & ALMOND CAKE
This dense, squidgy chocolate and almond cake is perfect for dessert. It's gluten-free - just ensure your cocoa powder and chocolate are, too
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/ gas 4 and line the base of a 20cm springform tin with baking parchment. Melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of just-simmering water, or in the microwave in 20-second bursts. Stir, then leave to cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, tip the eggs and sugar into a second bowl and beat with an electric whisk for 4-5 mins, or until thick and creamy. Add the mascarpone or soft cheese and vanilla, and continue to beat until everything is combined. Lightly fold in the cooled melted chocolate mixture until everything is one even colour, then fold in the almonds. Sift over the cocoa powder and a small pinch of salt, and fold in to combine.
- Scrape the cake batter into the prepared tin. Put the tin on a baking tray and bake for 35-40 mins until the cake is puffed up and has cracked on top. Remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for 30-40 mins - it will deflate as it cools. Serve warm as a chocolate pudding, or leave to cool completely and enjoy as a fudgy brownie cake. Dust with extra cocoa powder before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 37 grams fat, SaturatedFat 19 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 23 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
ALMOND CHOCOLATE CAKE (NO FLOUR)
A decadent brownie like TOH recipe that does not use flour! Its creator, Peggy Gwillim, says it is gluten free. Serve with ice cream or alone. A strawberry or raspberry syrup with fresh berries looks and tastes great also. This is baked in a spring form pan. Tastes best if chilled day before. Freezes well. Notice the review from Chef #1236316 who subbed in 2 cups of almond meal for the 2 1/2 cups of almonds which is fine with me. Also notice Chef#1213645 review about subbing in an equivalent amount of raw honey for the sugar which is also fine with me.
Provided by WiGal
Categories Dessert
Time 1h18m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a small mixing bowl, let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes-save yolks for step 6.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine almonds and 2 tablespoons of sugar; using a food processor put small amounts of this mixture into processor, cover and process until ground--you want this to be fine textured.
- Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and remaining sugar until light and fluffy.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Beat in the chocolate, espresso, cocoa, orange juice, espresso granules, vanilla, and reserved almond mixture.
- Beat reserved egg whites on high until stiff peaks form.
- Fold egg whites into the batter.
- Pour into a greased 9 inch spring form pan.
- Place pan on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 42 to 48 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched.
- Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
- Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool completely.
- Garnish with confectioners' sugar, chocolate curls, and coffee beans if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.1, Fat 29.8, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 113.3, Sodium 111.7, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 24.7, Protein 10.8
CHOCOLATE ALMOND CAKE
Fluffy white homemade frosting tops this rich chocolate almond cake. Sliced toasted almonds on top add a little crunch. -Sherri Gentry, Dallas, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add sour cream and extracts; mix well. Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Pour into a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50-55 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , For frosting, cream butter, sugar and extracts in a small bowl until smooth. Add milk until frosting reaches desired spreading consistency. Spread over cake. Decorate with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Use almond flour for a gluten-free option. Almond flour is a great alternative to wheat flour for those with gluten sensitivities or allergies.
- Toast the almonds before using them. Toasting the almonds will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
- Use high-quality chocolate. The quality of the chocolate will greatly affect the flavor of the cake, so be sure to use a good quality chocolate that you enjoy.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough, so be sure to mix it only until the ingredients are well combined.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
Conclusion:
This almond chocolate cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is gluten-free, easy to make, and can be made ahead of time. With its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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