Chocolate Olive Oil Almond Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups almond flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 cup Dutch cocoa powder or regular cocoa powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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3 large eggs
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2/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup strong coffee, cooled
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1/2 cup olive oil
→ Garnish
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Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 165°C (325°F).
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In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar together with a hand electric mixer for about 20 seconds on medium-high speed. Add olive oil, coffee, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
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Add the almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
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Pour the batter into a greased 23 cm (9-inch) cake pan. Bake for 35-43 minutes or until the batter is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Carefully flip the cake to release it from the pan, using a small spatula if needed to loosen any stuck edges. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
# Notes:
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This gluten-free cake has a rich chocolate flavor enhanced by coffee and the fruity notes of olive oil.