Flourless Chocolate Cake (g) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Sugar and Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until well combined and slightly frothy.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring continuously to prevent the eggs from cooking. Add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- 4
Add Dry Ingredients
Sift cocoa powder and add it to the chocolate mixture along with a pinch of sea salt. Gently fold until fully incorporated.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.