Description
This Chocolate Crunch Cake features a rich cocoa flavor and a delightful crunch from cereal, making it an easy and indulgent dessert perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups gluten-free 1.1 flour or all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 5 oz unsweetened greek yogurt or dairy-free unsweetened greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1 cup freshly brewed coffee
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 5 cups frosted flakes cereal
- prepared chocolate ganache
- 5 cups frosted flakes cereal
- 1 ½ cups chocolate hazelnut spread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick baking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar for about 3 minutes until lighter in color and slightly frothy.
- Add Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and espresso powder. Mix well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently stir in freshly brewed coffee until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 20–30 minutes.
Notes
For additional flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the dry ingredients.
Serve with a scoop of ice cream or drizzle with extra chocolate ganache for a richer treat.
This cake can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
