Recipe
   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.
1  | cup semisweet chocolate, chopped (or chips) | 
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1  | cup semisweet chocolate (optional) | 
1  | cup unsalted butter | 
1⁄2  | cup heavy cream | 
3  | large eggs | 
1⁄4  | cup sliced almonds, toasted (optional) | 
3  | espresso powder (optional) | 
1  | cup unsweetened cocoa powder | 
| • | salt | 
1⁄2  | cup granulated sugar | 
 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. | 
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