Paleo Quinoa Cake
Discover the ultimate guilt-free indulgence with this Paleo Quinoa Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that’s naturally gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and packed with protein! Perfectly combining fluffy cooked quinoa with wholesome almond flour, rich coconut oil, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, this cake caters to paleo and clean-eating enthusiasts alike. Infused with warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla, its tender crumb will make it a hit at any gathering or as a midweek treat. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in under an hour, it’s an easy yet impressive option. Serve it plain, or elevate it with a paleo-friendly frosting or fresh fruit for a truly stunning dessert experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml quinoa
- 480 ml water
- 3 large eggs
- 60 ml coconut oil (melted)
- 80 ml honey
- 5 ml vanilla extract
- 80 g almond flour
- 5 g baking powder
- 3 g salt
- 3 g cinnamon
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. Place it in a saucepan with the water.
Bring the quinoa and water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with coconut oil. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a blender, combine the cooked quinoa, eggs, melted coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth. The mixture should be thick and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Pour the wet mixture from the blender into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, you can serve the cake as is, or top with your favorite paleo frosting or fruit compote.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.5 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.8 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3436 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.9 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.7 g | ||
| Protein | 66.4 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 438 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
