Chocolate Decadence
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with Chocolate Decadence, a rich and velvety flourless chocolate cake that truly lives up to its name. Made with premium bittersweet chocolate, creamy unsalted butter, and a hint of vanilla, this masterpiece is baked to perfection for a dense, fudgy texture that melts in your mouth. Simple yet luxurious, its minimalist ingredient list lets the bold chocolate flavors shine while catering to gluten-free dessert lovers. Perfect for dinner parties or special occasions, Chocolate Decadence is finished with a dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder for a touch of elegance. Ready in under an hour, this sophisticated treat serves eight and promises to satisfy every chocolate craving. Your next go-to recipe for decadent chocolate desserts awaits!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 340 grams bittersweet chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a medium, heatproof bowl, combine the unsalted butter and bittersweet chocolate. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method) and gently melt together, stirring frequently until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until the mixture is pale and frothy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually fold the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the eggs and sugar, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
Stir in the vanilla extract and salt until fully incorporated.
Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared springform pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center no longer jiggles excessively (a toothpick inserted in the center should come out with some moist crumbs, but not wet batter).
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cool, run a knife along the edge of the pan to loosen the cake, then remove the sides of the springform pan.
Dust the top of the cake with unsweetened cocoa powder before serving. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 311.7 g | 400% | |
| Saturated Fat | 176.1 g | 880% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1120 mg | 373% | |
| Sodium | 1487 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 369.6 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.3 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 286.3 g | ||
| Protein | 51.7 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 31.6 mg | 176% | |
| Potassium | 2867 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
