Description
Flourless chocolate cake is a rich, dense, and ultra-fudgy dessert made without any flour, allowing the deep chocolate flavor to shine. It’s naturally gluten-free and perfect for elegant gatherings or chocolate lovers seeking an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- 8 oz bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional toppings:
- Powdered sugar
- Cocoa powder
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries or berry compote
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides.
- In a double boiler or microwave, melt the chocolate and butter together until smooth. Stir until fully combined.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the granulated sugar until fully incorporated.
- Allow mixture to cool slightly, then beat in the eggs one at a time.
- Sift in cocoa powder and add salt and vanilla extract. Stir until the batter is smooth and glossy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Once chilled, remove from the pan, dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder if desired, and serve with whipped cream or berries.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- The cake tastes even better the next day after chilling.
- A springform pan is recommended for easy removal, but a parchment-lined cake pan also works.
- Cracks may form—cool gradually to reduce this.
- Add espresso powder or orange zest for a flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
