Pour La France Chocolate Decadence
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with our Pour La France Chocolate Decadence, a rich and velvety dessert that celebrates the art of French baking. Made with high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), this flourless-style cake is irresistibly dense yet delicately smooth, thanks to the perfect balance of melted chocolate, creamy butter, and just a hint of flour for structure. Whisked eggs and sugar create an airy texture, while a touch of vanilla and a pinch of salt enhance the depth of flavor. Baked to perfection—a slightly set edge with a luscious, soft center—this elegant dessert is finished with a dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder for a sophisticated touch. Ready in under an hour, it's an impressive centerpiece for any dinner party or a decadent treat for yourself. Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a timeless classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by greasing it with butter and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
In a double boiler or heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In another bowl, whisk the granulated sugar with the eggs until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously until fully blended.
Add the vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and sift in the all-purpose flour. Gently fold everything together until no streaks remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly when the pan is gently shaken.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, carefully remove the cake from the pan and transfer it to a serving plate. Dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3287 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.9 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.9 g | 590% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 992 mg | 331% | |
| Sodium | 488 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.5 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.9 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 31.7 mg | 176% | |
| Potassium | 2047 mg | 44% | |
*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.
