Description
A rich, fudgy, and silky smooth flourless chocolate cake that melts in your mouth. This easy dessert uses simple ingredients and is naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) bittersweet or semisweet chocolate (70% cacao recommended)
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional: powdered sugar or cocoa powder for dusting
- Optional: whipped cream or fresh berries for serving
Instructions
- Butter an 8 or 9-inch springform pan generously and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Bring eggs to room temperature and chop chocolate into small pieces.
- Set a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler). Add chopped chocolate and butter, stirring gently until smooth and melted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar together until the mixture triples in volume and turns pale yellow (about 5-7 minutes with an electric mixer).
- Pour the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the whipped eggs. Add vanilla extract and salt. Gently fold together with a rubber spatula, being careful not to deflate the batter.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in a preheated 325°F (160°C) oven for 25-30 minutes until the top has a thin crust but the center is still slightly jiggly.
- Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for at least 1 hour. Run a knife around the edges and release the springform.
- For best texture, chill the cake in the fridge for a few hours or overnight.
- Dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder and slice with a warm, sharp knife. Serve plain or with whipped cream and fresh berries.
Notes
Use high-quality baking chocolate for best flavor. Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly jiggly. Whip eggs and sugar thoroughly for a light texture. Cool completely and chill overnight for best results. Slice with a warm knife for clean cuts. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 55
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
Keywords: flourless chocolate cake, gluten-free dessert, fudgy chocolate cake, easy chocolate cake, rich chocolate dessert