Description
A rich and decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake that offers an explosion of chocolate flavor and a delightful texture that brings joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Good quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- ½ cup Unsalted butter
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a round cake pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper.
- In a double boiler or a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt the dark chocolate and butter together until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Carefully fold the melted chocolate-butter mixture into the egg and sugar blend. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is set and the center is slightly soft.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries, or enjoy alone.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to achieve the desired texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, flourless cake, dessert, gluten-free dessert, rich cake