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Decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake: Rich and Fudgy Dessert

Two rich, dark slices of flourless chocolate cake dusted with powdered sugar on a white plate.
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Make this rich, fudgy flourless chocolate cake. This simple recipe delivers an intensely chocolatey, melt-in-your-mouth dessert that is naturally gluten free, perfect for dinner parties or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • Optional garnish: Powdered sugar or fresh raspberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (a double boiler). Stir occasionally until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt into the melted chocolate mixture until combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter is thick and glossy. Do not overmix.
  5. Sift the cocoa powder over the batter and gently fold it in using a rubber spatula until just combined and no streaks of cocoa remain.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center will still look soft and slightly underdone.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. The cake will sink as it cools, creating a natural indentation.
  9. Once cool, carefully release the sides of the springform pan. Dust the top with powdered sugar or garnish with fresh berries before serving.

Notes

  • For the fudgiest texture, use high-quality bittersweet chocolate (60-70% cacao).
  • This cake tastes best when served at room temperature or slightly chilled.
  • If you prefer a thinner cake layer, use a 9-inch pan, but reduce the baking time by about 5 minutes.

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