ALMOND ESPRESSO CHOCOLATE CAKE
This deliciously decadent dessert can be served alone or topped with vanilla ice cream. A little goes a long way-and no one guesses this cake is gluten-free. -Peggy Gwillim, Strasbourg, Saskatchewan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine almonds and 2 tablespoons sugar; cover and process until ground. Set aside., In a large bowl, cream butter and remaining sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the chocolate, espresso, cocoa, orange juice, espresso granules, vanilla and reserved almond mixture. , Beat reserved egg whites on high until stiff peaks form. Fold egg whites into the batter., Pour into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 42-48 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. , Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool completely. Garnish with confectioners' sugar, chocolate curls and coffee beans if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 28g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
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Ricardo Rosario
[email protected]This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful.
SOTHATUKNOW Yes
[email protected]This cake is so delicious and it's really easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.
Gojo Kaisen
[email protected]This cake is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.
Danielle Osmon
[email protected]This cake is really easy to make and it looks really impressive.
filmon tewelde
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the frosting to spread evenly, but it still tasted good.
Kahigs Teva
[email protected]This cake is a bit too dense for my taste, but it's still good.
LUIS MANUEL ENCARNACION GUERRERO
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chocolate cake, but this one is really good. It's not too sweet and the almond flavor is a nice touch.
Boula Haber
[email protected]This cake is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Kadir Mar
[email protected]This cake is really moist and flavorful. I love the almond and chocolate combination.
Vested Wolf
[email protected]I love the way this cake looks. It's so elegant and perfect for a special occasion.
Karim Yakubu
[email protected]This cake is definitely worth the effort. It's so delicious and perfect for any occasion.
MH Monir Hossain
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but it still tasted good.
Masood Chamkani
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.
Md Rofiq
[email protected]I've tried many chocolate cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so rich and decadent.
APDIRAHMAN HASSAN
[email protected]This cake is really easy to make and it tastes amazing. I highly recommend it.
Nonhlanhla Novunga
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Nurudeen Ahmed
[email protected]This cake is so moist and delicious. I love the combination of chocolate and almond flavors.
Ithabeleng Mphane
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.
Iselda Haka
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the rich chocolate flavor and the hint of espresso. It was also surprisingly easy to make.