Flourless Chocolate Cake

This Flourless Chocolate Cake is a rich, decadent dessert that melts in your mouth, perfect for chocolate lovers. With its simple ingredients and gluten-free nature, it's a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Dark chocolate (70% cocoa) - 100 grams
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Large eggs - 2
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cocoa powder (unsweetened) - 15 grams
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small round cake pan (about 15 cm in diameter) with butter or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring until smooth and combined.
3. Remove the bowl from heat and let it cool slightly before adding granulated sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
5. Sift in the cocoa powder and a pinch of salt, folding gently until just combined and no dry ingredients remain.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 14 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.03 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from dark chocolate, which can improve heart health.
• Gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance.

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