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Fudgy Flourless Chocolate Cake

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Fudgy Flourless Chocolate Cake is a rich, intensely chocolatey dessert with a dense, moist, almost truffle-like center and a delicate crust. Serve it simply with powdered sugar or add fresh berries and whipped cream for an elegant finish.

Ingredients

  • High-quality dark or semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • Unsalted butter
  • Granulated sugar
  • Large eggs
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Vanilla extract
  • Espresso powder, optional
  • Salt
  • Powdered sugar, for serving, optional
  • Fresh berries, for serving, optional
  • Whipped cream, for serving, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Melt gently over a double boiler or in short microwave intervals, stirring frequently until completely smooth.
  3. Let the melted chocolate mixture cool for a few minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined and slightly lighter in color.
  5. Gradually whisk the melted chocolate and butter into the egg mixture until smooth and glossy.
  6. Add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, salt, and optional espresso powder. Gently mix until no dry pockets of cocoa remain.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top into an even layer.
  8. Bake for 22 to 30 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is just set but still slightly soft. Avoid overbaking to preserve the fudgy texture.
  9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour. The center may settle slightly as it cools.
  10. Carefully remove the cooled cake from the pan. Dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder and serve with fresh berries or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • Use high-quality dark or semisweet chocolate because chocolate provides most of the flavor in this cake.
  • For a deeper chocolate flavor, add optional espresso powder to the batter.
  • For an orange variation, add finely grated orange zest.
  • For a peppermint variation, replace a small portion of the vanilla with peppermint extract.
  • For an extra-decadent finish, cover the completely cooled cake with chocolate ganache.
  • For gentle warmth, add a pinch of cinnamon and cayenne pepper.
  • For a gluten-free dessert, verify that the chocolate, cocoa powder, vanilla, and other packaged ingredients are certified or confirmed gluten-free and prevent cross-contact during preparation.
  • Store airtight at room temperature for 1 to 2 days or refrigerate for about 4 to 5 days.
  • For a softer texture after refrigeration, let individual slices sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.
  • The undecorated cake can be tightly wrapped and frozen. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before bringing closer to room temperature for serving.

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