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    Allianna's Kitchen » Meals » Desserts

    Published: Jan 10, 2023 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

    Gluten Free Cookie Cake With Fudge Topping

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    This Gluten Free Cookie Cake recipe reminds me of my favorite childhood dessert. I can’t wait for you to try this because you cannot even tell that it is gluten free AND dairy free. The soft, chewy cookie layer combined with the silky, smooth, fudge layer is almost too good to be true!

    6 slices of cookie cake stacked next to each other with sea salt sprinkled on top.

    My cookie cake has now become a go to for all of birthday parties, I have yet to meet someone that does not like it! Plus, you can make it ahead of time so you do not have to be in a rush the day of.

    Jump to:
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions And Variations
    • Step By Step Instructions
    • Equipment Needed
    • Expert Tips
    • Storage Instructions
    • Other Gluten Free Desserts You Will Love
    • Did you like this recipe?
    • Gluten Free Cookie Cake

    Why This Recipe Works

    • This homemade dessert is oh so chewy and soft!
    • Only requiring 15 minutes of hands-on time, this dessert can be made in a time crunch. 
    • This recipe is naturally paleo, gluten free, dairy free, grain free, and soy free. 
    • This dessert will be a hit with everyone, whether or not they are gluten free. 
    • Gluten Free Cookie Cake was inspired by my Skillet Cookie – another delicious treat to try!
    • If you are local to Pittsburgh, check out my weekly meal prep menu. We feature new desserts every week that are delivered right to your door. 
    • You can prepare this recipe prior to your big event. It lasts for up to 5 days in the fridge!

    Ingredients

    Gluten free cookie cake ingredients in small glass bowls.
    • Egg– Bind all the ingredients together. 
    • Coconut oil– A common substitute for butter in dairy free baking.
    • Almond flour-The base flour in this recipe. I like the Costco brand.
    • Tapioca flour– Tapioca flour is similar to corn starch in the sense that it thickens the batter.
    • Baking soda- For rising and expansion while baking. 
    • Coconut sugar, vanilla extract, sea salt- Enhance flavor. 
    • Chocolate chips– For the cookie cake layer and fudge layer. I prefer milk chocolate for this recipe.
    • Almond butter-This adds a thickness to the fudge.
    • Maple syrup-This makes the fudge nice and sweet and also silky.

    See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Substitutions And Variations

    • For the gluten free flours-Do not substitute! Not all gluten free flours are created equal.
    • Maple syrup-You can also use honey. Just note that honey has a milder taste to it and it will not be as sweet.
    • Coconut sugar-This is my go to sweetener, however maple sugar will also work too!
    • Chocolate chips-If you are dairy free like me, you can use dairy free chocolate. I like the Hu and Enjoy Life brand.

    This recipe has not been tested with any other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any of the ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

    Step By Step Instructions

    Eggs, almond flour, tapioca flour and coconut sugar in a bowl.
    Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Then, add the eggs, flours, baking soda, vanilla, and coconut sugar to a bowl.
    Gluten free cookie cake dough in a bowl.
    Step 2: Mix the cookie cake ingredients together in a bowl.
    Chocolate chips mixed in with cookie cake batter.
    Step 3: Add the one portion of chocolate chips to the bowl with the batter (save the other bowl for the fudge.)
    Raw gluten free cookie cake batter in a casserole dish.
    Step 5: Spray an 8 by 8 casserole dish or something similar with cooking spray oil, then distribute the cookie batter evenly in the pan. Bake for 15 minutes or until the fork comes out clean.
    Dairy free chocolate fudge in a soup pan.
    Step 7: Once the chocolate and coconut oil is melted, remove from the heat and mix in the almond butter until smooth.
    Mixed cookie dough in a bowl.
    Step 4: Mix in the chocolate chips into the cookie dough batter.
    Coconut oil and chocolate chips in a sauce pan.
    Step 6: Add the chocolate chips and coconut oil to a sauce pan and whisk on low until smooth. It is important to keep whisking to prevent the chocolate from burning in the pan.
    Gluten free cookie cake cooling in a casserole dish.
    Step 8: Allow the cookie cake to cool for at least 10 minutes prior to adding the chocolate.
    Chocolate fudge poured on top of a gluten free cookie cake.
    Step 9: Pour the chocolate fudge over top of the cookie cake and allow it to sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour.

    Equipment Needed

    • 8 by 8 casserole dish.
    • Sauce pan.

    Expert Tips

    • Tips #1: When melting the chocolate chips and coconut oil, be sure to stir frequently on very low heat. Stirring frequently is the key to not burning the chocolate. 
    • Tip #2: Once finished, allow the cookie cake to cool in the fridge for several hours to solidify the fudge layer.
    How do I know if the cake is cooked?

    If you can stick a fork in and pull it out without any crumbs, it is done!

    Do I have to do a fudge topping?

    Absolutely not, however it makes this cookie cake 100% times better!

    What should I serve with this?

    I absolutely love this recipe as is, but you can also serve it with ice cream and/or chocolate syrup!

    Gluten free cookie cake bar with chocolate fudge on top.

    Storage Instructions

    • You can store this recipe in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 5 days.

    Other Gluten Free Desserts You Will Love

    • Gluten Free Donuts With Chocolate Ganache (Dairy free, Paleo)
    • Dairy Free Brownies
    • Vegan Twix Bars
    • Mini Gluten Free Chocolate Cakes (Dairy Free)

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    Gluten free cookie cake bar with chocolate fudge on top.

    Gluten Free Cookie Cake

    Course Dessert, easy
    Cuisine American
    Keyword cookie, fudge, gluten free dessert
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Servings 6 people
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    756kcal
    Cost $12
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    Equipment

    • 2 mixing bowls
    • Small saucepan
    • cake pan

    Ingredients

    Cookie Cake Layer

    • 1 whole egg
    • 1 egg yolk
    • ½ cup coconut oil melted & cooled
    • ½ cup coconut sugar
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 2 cups blanched almond flour
    • ¼ cup tapioca flour
    • 1 tsp baking soda
    • ⅛ tsp sea salt
    • ⅔ cup dairy free chocolate chips

    Fudge Layer

    • ¾ cup dairy free chocolate chips
    • 2 tbsp coconut oil
    • ¼ cup almond butter
    • 1 tsp maple syrup optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Make the cookie cake layer.
    • Combine the eggs, coconut sugar, coconut oil, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
    • In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Slowly beat into the wet ingredients. This will form a sticky dough.
    • Stir in the chocolate chips and transfer the dough to a greased cake pan. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Then, remove from oven and let cool.
    • Make the fudge layer. In a small saucepan, over low heat, stir and melt chocolate chips and coconut oil until silky smooth.
    • Remove from heat and stir in almond butter and optional maple syrup. Set aside to cool.
    • Once the cookie cake is cooled, spread the fudge over top. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours to set.

    Notes

    Storage: This recipe can last in the fridge for up to 5 days in an air tight container.
    Nutrition: The nutrition for this recipe is an approximate and cannot be guaranteed. 
    Servings: This recipe yields approximately 6 servings. 
    Soft cookie cake with a fudge layer
    Serving: 1bar | Calories: 756kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 62g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 260mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 5mg
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    1. Mitch says

      January 12, 2023 at 9:43 pm

      5 stars
      These are insane!

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