Decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake by King Arthur Flour with Rich Chocolate Glaze
Delight in this indulgent flourless chocolate cake, made with rich semisweet chocolate and cocoa powder, and topped with a luscious chocolate glaze. Perfect for any special occasion or as a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
For the Cake | |
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| 1 | cup semisweet chocolate, chopped (or chips) |
| 1 | cup unsalted butter |
| 3 | large large eggs |
| 3 | espresso powder (optional) |
| 1 | cup unsweetened cocoa powder |
| salt | |
| 1⁄2 | cup granulated sugar |
For the Glaze | |
| 1 | cup semisweet chocolate (optional) |
| 1⁄2 | cup heavy cream |
| 1⁄4 | cup sliced almonds, toasted (optional) |
Instructions
For the Cake | |
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| 1. | Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). |
| 2. | Lightly grease an 8" round cake pan; line the bottom with parchment paper, greased, and set aside. |
| 3. | In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chopped chocolate and unsalted butter until melted and smooth. |
| 4. | Stir in granulated sugar, salt, and espresso powder. |
| 5. | Add eggs one by one, beating until smooth. |
| 6. | Fold in unsweetened cocoa powder just until combined. |
| 7. | Pour the batter into the prepared pan. |
| 8. | Bake the cake for 25 minutes, until the top forms a thin crust. |
| 9. | Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes. |
| 10. | Carefully loosen the edges of the cake from the pan and transfer it to a serving plate. |
| 11. | Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing. |
For the Glaze | |
| 1. | In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the semisweet chocolate and heavy cream until smooth and melted. |
| 2. | Pour the glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip over the sides. |
| 3. | Sprinkle with toasted sliced almonds for an optional garnish. |
| 4. | Let the glaze set for several hours before serving the cake. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 277.9 kcal |
| Protein | 4.8 g |
| Fat | 22.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 21.9 g |
| Fiber | 3.6 g |
| Sugar | 15.2 g |
Published on Aug 12, 2024 by Luminița