So, you’ve got a craving for something savory followed by something sweet? Enter baked salmon paired with espresso chocolate cake. It’s like the universe decided to bless us with two distinct levels of deliciousness. The salmon’s perfectly baked and seasoned to melt in your mouth, while the espresso chocolate cake is so rich you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. Honestly, who needs just one flavor when you can have both? You’ll look like a culinary genius, but we both know it’s all about finding the right balance between indulgent and practical (and tasty, of course).
Baked Salmon with Espresso Chocolate Cake
Baked salmon and a rich espresso chocolate cake—because why settle for one course when you can have both?
Ingredients
Baked Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Espresso Chocolate Cake
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
For the Baked Salmon
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Drizzle salmon fillets with olive oil, sprinkle with lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place fillets on a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until salmon is cooked through.
For the Espresso Chocolate Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add almond milk, coconut oil, and vanilla, and stir until smooth.
- Pour batter into cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 450Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 25g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Calcium: 4%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Top the cake with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of dairy-free whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Pair the salmon with a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice over the salmon just before serving for extra brightness.
- If you want the cake to be extra indulgent, add a little dairy-free chocolate ganache on top.
