Moist Gluten-Free Chocolate Buttermilk Cake – Easy Brunch Dessert Recipe

Gluten-Free Chocolate Buttermilk Cake – Moist, Rich & Brunch-Worthy

A soft, rich chocolate cake that’s completely gluten-free and perfect for brunch or dessert. This easy recipe has a tender crumb, deep cocoa flavor, and bakes in under an hour — making it a go-to treat for weekends, holidays, and special mornings.

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Time Overview

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
• Total Time: 45–50 minutes

Yield: 8 slices
Category: Dessert / Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

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Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (certified gluten-free)
• 1 tsp baking soda (gluten-free)
• ½ tsp baking powder (gluten-free)
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature (or lactose-free version if needed)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup hot water

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour blend, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter & Sugar
   In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
4. Add Eggs & Vanilla
   Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet & Dry
   Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Add Hot Water
   Pour in hot water and mix until smooth. Batter will be slightly thin — this is normal.
7. Bake
   Pour into the prepared pan. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool & Serve
   Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Pro Tips

• Best Texture: Use a gluten-free blend with xanthan gum.
• Dairy-Free Swap: Use plant-based butter & buttermilk.
• Extra Moist: Add 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream.

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Nutrition (per serving):

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 slice (1/8 cake)	~325	5g	47g	14g	4g	27g

Nutrition facts are estimated using USDA data and may vary based on ingredients.