Flourless Chocolate Cake (Gluten-Free)
Without any flour, this chocolate cake relies entirely on eggs, butter, and good-quality dark chocolate for its structure, producing a dense, fudgy result that happens to be gluten-free. It bakes in about 25 minutes and needs a full hour to cool before slicing cleanly.
Equipment
- 1 Springform pan (9-inch)
- 1 Double boiler or heatproof bowl and saucepan
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Cooling Rack
- 1 Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dark chocolate at least 70% cacao, chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter plus extra for greasing the pan
- 5 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over barely simmering water. Stir until smooth and creamy, then set aside to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until thick and pale, about 5 minutes. Ideally, you should achieve a ribbon-like consistency.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture followed by vanilla extract and salt, ensuring a smooth batter. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula, then bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the cake has set and the top is slightly cracked.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Tammy’s Tips:
Enhance the chocolate flavor by adding a pinch of espresso powder to the batter. For a lighter alternative, substitute half of the chocolate with semi-sweet or milk chocolate. For a nutty twist, garnish with toasted almond flakes before serving.Nutrition
Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 6gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 148mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 534IUCalcium: 42mgIron: 4mg
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