Chocolate flaxseed cake is a delicious, nutritious, and versatile dessert option for those seeking a healthier twist on classic chocolate cake. By incorporating ground flaxseeds into the recipe, this cake offers an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber, and a variety of essential vitamins and minerals. The result is a decadent treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the wholesome goodness of flaxseeds. Whether you're looking for a satisfying dessert to enjoy after dinner or a special occasion treat, chocolate flaxseed cake is sure to delight your taste buds while providing a boost of nourishment to your body.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
KETO HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE FLAXSEED FLOUR CAKE
A recipe for low carb chocolate flaxseed flour cake
Provided by Hilda Solares
Categories Low Carb Keto Cakes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or a 9x9 square pan.
- In a small saucepan, melt coconut oil over low heat.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and instant coffee and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together flaxseed meal that has been measured and sifted, coconut flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs, vanilla extract and sugar substitute until well combined.
- Add coconut oil /cocoa mixture to eggs and beat until well combined.
- Next add flaxseed meal to the mixture and beat on low until well incorporated.
- Then add almond or coconut milk, water and combine until fully mixed.
- Allow batter to sit for 5 minutes then stir one last time before adding the batter to the greased baking pan.
- Bake the cake for 25-30 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to fully cool then sprinkle the confectioners sugar to the surface of the cake.
- Store cake in the refrigerator for 5 days or freeze for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 grams carbohydrates, Fat 13.9 grams fat, Fiber 2.9 grams fiber, Protein 4.5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 8.4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sugar 1.9 grams sugar
CHOCOLATE FLAXSEED CAKE
Provided by Jenna Gorham
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt to a microwave safe mug. Mix.
- In a separate dish, combine milk and flaxseed to create a "flax egg". Let sit for ~2 minutes.
- Add flax egg, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Microwave on high for 60-75 seconds, or until slightly puffed up and top springs back when lightly touched.
- Serve immediately with fresh berries, powdered sugar, and/or a dollop of your favorite plant-based ice cream or whipped cream.
BEST GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE CAKE
This gluten-free chocolate cake is a yummy treat that everyone can enjoy. Sometimes I stir in gluten-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts for variety. -Nichele McCague, Poway, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan, using 3 tablespoons gluten-free flour., In a large bowl, whisk the remaining 2 cups flour and next 9 ingredients. In another bowl, combine water, almond milk, oil and vanilla until well blended. Gradually beat flour mixture into milk mixture., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 50-55 minutes. Cool in pan 15 minutes before removing to wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 17g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHOCOLATE-FLAXSEED CAKE
I created this recipe for my picky little sister who refused to eat flax seeds any other way.
Provided by Asma
Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Mix milk and vinegar together in a small bowl. Let sit until curdled, about 5 minutes.
- Mix flour, sugar, ground flax seeds, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture; add milk-vinegar mixture, coffee, eggs, and vegetable oil. Beat with an electric mixer until batter is well mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.9 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 444.2 mg, Sugar 34.6 g
FLAX SEED CARROT CAKE
A sin-free, delicious, and fruity version of the ever-popular carrot cake. The flax seed meal may be omitted, but it can easily be found in health food stores. This cake is best served chilled because of its moist quality.
Provided by Janice C
Categories Desserts Cakes Carrot Cake Recipes
Time 9h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x5 inch loaf pan with vegetable cooking spray.
- Whisk together the egg whites, sugar, milk, applesauce, vanilla, and almond extract in a small bowl; mix until well blended. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, whole wheat flour, flax seed, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and baking soda. Mix the egg into the flour; stir until well blended. Fold in the walnuts, raisins, carrot, and drained pineapple. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (but not necessarily dry), about 40 minutes. Set aside to cool for 10 to 20 minutes before refrigerating overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 131 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
CHOCOLATE SUPER FLAX CUPCAKES
I wanted to get more flax seeds in my diet so I came up with these super chocolately cupcakes that have a ton of flax seeds in them. Plus they taste just like a boxed cake mix.
Provided by tildeWonder
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 6 cupcakes, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together first 7 ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Add in remaining ingredients and stir until combined.
- Spray some cupcake liners with nonstick cooking spray and immediately spoon in the batter. Don't let it sit for too long otherwise it can get really thick.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool and enjoy.
- Note: Makes 6 cupcakes. Each cupcake has 4 teaspoons of ground flaxseed, about 2.13g of Omega 3s, and about 140 calories. If not sweet enough for you, you can add more stevia or sugar or use fruit juice instead of water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.1, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 410.3, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 9.1, Protein 4.8
Tips:
- For a moister cake, use flax eggs instead of regular eggs.
- To make flax eggs, simply combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- If you don't have flaxseed, you can use chia seeds instead.
- Be sure to use unsweetened almond milk in this recipe.
- If you don't have almond milk, you can use another type of plant-based milk, such as soy milk or oat milk.
- This cake is also gluten-free if you use gluten-free flour.
- To make a chocolate ganache, simply combine 1/2 cup of chocolate chips with 1/4 cup of heavy cream and microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Conclusion:
This chocolate flaxseed cake is a delicious and healthy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover flaxseed. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the chocolate ganache is the perfect finishing touch. Give this recipe a try today and enjoy a delicious and healthy treat!
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