Flourless Chocolate Cake
Flourless chocolate cake is made with just eggs, butter, sugar, and good-quality dark chocolate, producing a dense, fudgy texture that is naturally gluten-free. The batter takes only minutes to mix, and the cake bakes in about 25 minutes — though it firms up considerably as it cools, so resting time matters.
Equipment
- Springform pan
- Double boiler
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dark chocolate preferably 70% cocoa, chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter cubed, plus extra for greasing the pan
- ¾ cup sugar
- 4 large eggs at room temperature
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a springform pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a double boiler, melt the chopped dark chocolate and cubed butter together over simmering water. Stir occasionally until smooth and silky. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until light and frothy. This should take about 5 minutes.
- Slowly fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, using a spatula. Then, gently incorporate the sifted cocoa powder and vanilla extract, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and smooth out the top with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the cake has set but still moist in the center. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes before removing the sides of the springform pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of sea salt to the melted chocolate mixture.
- If you prefer a less sweet option, reduce the sugar to 1/2 cup.
- Consider using a high-quality vanilla extract for the best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 387kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 6gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 124mgSodium: 44mgPotassium: 283mgFiber: 4gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 501IUCalcium: 42mgIron: 4mg
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