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Guilt-Free Chocolate Walnut Cake

Guilt-Free Chocolate Walnut Cake: A Healthy Yet Delicious Dessert


  • Author: Dana
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Guilt-Free Chocolate Walnut Cake is a rich, moist, and healthy dessert made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, cocoa powder, and walnuts. Perfect for those looking for a decadent treat without the guilt!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups almond flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup maple syrup or honey
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Serve plain or drizzle with melted dark chocolate for extra indulgence.

Notes

For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs. To make it sugar-free, use a sugar substitute like monk fruit or stevia.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: guilt-free chocolate cake, healthy dessert, walnut cake