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Dark Chocolate Almond Snack Cake - A Simple, Rich Treat for Any Day

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup fine almond flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup neutral oil (canola, grapeseed, or light olive oil)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup hot coffee or hot water
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
  • Optional: flaky sea salt for finishing

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment, leaving overhang for easy lifting. Lightly grease the sides.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, almond flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add yogurt, oil, and vanilla. Whisk until glossy.
  4. Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until just combined. The batter will be thick.
  5. Loosen with heat: Stream in the hot coffee (or water) and whisk gently until smooth. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
  6. Top and bake: Pour batter into the pan. Scatter toasted sliced almonds over the top. Bake 24–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out and finish cooling on a rack. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if you like.
  8. Serve: Cut into squares. Enjoy slightly warm or at room temperature.