Chickpea Flour Spice Cake with Cinnamon Maple Frosting

Indulge in the warm flavors of this Chickpea Flour Spice Cake with Cinnamon Maple Frosting. This recipe blends the natural sweetness of chickpea flour with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Topped with a creamy maple frosting, this cake serves as a delightful option for various occasions, from afternoon tea to a dinner dessert. Its gluten-free and dairy-free composition makes it a versatile and inclusive choice for those with dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cup chickpea flour
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cloves
• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine chickpea flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. Add applesauce, melted coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Allow the cake to cool completely before applying the frosting.
6. For the frosting, whisk together maple syrup and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread evenly over the cooled cake.
7. Slice the cake and serve.

Keywords: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Cloves

Spice Rack: Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Cloves

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