Discover the ultimate gluten-free chocolate cake mix for rich, moist, and delicious chocolate cakes every time! This easy-to-make gluten-free chocolate cake mix is the perfect foundation for all your favorite gluten-free chocolate cake recipes. Whether you’re baking for a gluten-free diet or simply want a versatile, homemade cake mix that guarantees great results, this recipe delivers deep chocolate flavor and a soft, tender crumb. Prepare this gluten-free chocolate cake mix ahead and enjoy effortless, decadent chocolate cakes whenever you crave them!
Dry Mix Ingredients (for one 8- or 9-inch cake)
- 2 cups gluten-free flour blend (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cornstarch
- Optional: ½ teaspoon xanthan gum (if your flour blend doesn’t contain it)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon instant coffee powder (for richer chocolate flavor)
To Store:
Mix all dry ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight container.
To Make a Chocolate Cake (one 8- or 9-inch round)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 batch gluten-free chocolate cake mix (from above)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line your cake pan.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together milk, oil (or butter), eggs, and vanilla.
- Add cake mix: Add the prepared gluten-free chocolate cake mix to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth (about 1–2 minutes). Don’t overmix!
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip:
- For extra moisture, add ½ cup applesauce or ½ cup sour cream to the wet ingredients.
- The dry mix keeps for several weeks in an airtight container.