Flourless Chocolate Cake Recipe
Flourless Chocolate Cake is a decadent chocolate dessert that’s both gluten-free and irresistibly delicious! It’s an elegant dessert for a special occasion like Valentine’s Day or a dinner party, yet simple enough to make for an everyday treat!
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces (225g) dark chocolate chopped (at least 60% dark)
- 12 Tablespoons (142g) salted butter cubed
- 6 large eggs separated
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (40g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon table salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and chocolate in a large heatproof bowl.8 ounces (225g) dark chocolate, 12 Tablespoons (142g) salted butter
- Add cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, and half of the sugar. Whisk well.1/3 cup (40g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon table salt, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- Whisk the egg yolks into the mixture.6 large eggs
- Beat egg whites and remaining sugar into a fluffy meringue until stiff peaks form.
- Fold 1/3 of the meringue into the chocolate mixture until combined.
- Then add the remaining 2/3 of the meringue and gently fold in.
- Transfer to the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes.
Notes
Storage & Make Ahead
- Make Ahead: The batter can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- Freeze: Wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap, then place it in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 174mg | Potassium: 206mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 476IU | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 3mg
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