Flourless Chocolate Cake
Flourless chocolate cake is a rich, indulgent dessert that melts in your mouth with every bite. This gluten-free delight boasts a fudgy texture and deep chocolate flavor, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfectly topped with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar, this cake will impress guests at dinner parties or satisfy your sweet tooth during a cozy night in. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a show-stopping dessert that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (sifted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round baking pan.
- Melt bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter in a double boiler until smooth; let cool slightly.
- Whisk in granulated sugar, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gently fold in sifted cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until the center is set but still moist.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg