Low FODMAP Easy Chocolate Cake

Total time1 hr 25 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time35 min

Rich cocoa powder and melted semi-sweet chocolate give this cake its deep, fudgy flavor, while a splash of brewed coffee amps up that chocolate intensity without adding any coffee taste of its own. Eggs and a touch of neutral oil keep the crumb moist and tender, and the whole thing bakes up into a big, generous 9x13 pan perfect for slicing and sharing. The glossy ganache on top, finished with a bit of butter for shine, sets into a smooth, spreadable layer once it cools. It's an easy, one-bowl-batter kind of cake — no fancy technique required, just good, deep chocolate flavor in every bite. This one is a great fit for a low FODMAP dessert table, and it's simple enough to make again and again.

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Ingredients

12 servings

For the cake

2 cups all-purpose flour
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Chef's tip
Choose a gluten-free baking blend labeled 1:1 or cup-for-cup and use the same amount. Almond and coconut flour won't work the same way.
2 cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp fine salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
½ cup neutral oil (such as vegetable oil or canola oil)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup hot brewed coffee or hot water

For the ganache

1 cup heavy cream
Ingredient note
A serving of up to about 1 3/4 tablespoons of heavy cream is low in FODMAPs. This recipe contains only about 1 1/3 tablespoons per serving, making it likely Low FODMAP. If you prefer to always avoid heavy cream, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and dust lightly with cocoa powder, tapping out any excess.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

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