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Gluten-free gingerbread cake with plum jam and chocolate

Gluten-free gingerbread cake - vegan

There is nothing better than a soft and fragrant gingerbread cake. The combination of gingerbread spices, chocolate, and plum jam is irresistable. This gluten-free gingerbread cake is perfect for cozy afternoon.
4 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices

Ingredients  

  • 1/2 cup rice flour
  • 1/2 cup cassava flour
  • 1/3 cup sorghum flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/3 tsp baking soda
  • 4 tbsp cacao powder
  • 1 tbsp gingerbread spice mix
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup soy milk *unsweetened
  • 1/3 cup rapeseed oil
  • 1 tsp vinegar *lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup plum jam
  • 8 oz dark chocolate
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter

Instructions 

  • In a large bowl combine flours, baking powder, baking soda, cacao powder, gingerbread spice mix, salt, and sugar.
  • In another bowl combine soy milk, oil, and vinegar. Whisk until airy and fluffy. It should mimic the egg whites when beaten.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry and combine.
  • Pour the batter into a 9-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400F (200°C) for about 35-40 minutes.
  • Cool down the cake completely and spread the plum jam on top. Melt the dark chocolate with vegan butter and pour it on top. Enjoy!
Keyword gingerbread cake, gluten-free gingerbread cake, vegan gingerbread cake