FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE

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One bite of fudgy Flourless Chocolate Cake and you'll see why it's pure pleasure for confirmed chocoholics! A small slice of this rich, dense dessert goes a long way.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large eggs, separated
10 tablespoons butter, cubed
1/2 cup sugar, divided
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Chocolate Ganache, optional
1/4 cup finely ground pecans, toasted
Sliced strawberries and fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • Let egg whites stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a heavy saucepan, melt butter, 1/4 cup sugar and chocolates over low heat, stirring constantly. Cool until mixture is lukewarm. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored, about 3 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in pecans and chocolate mixture. , In a small bowl and with clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until stiff peaks form. Stir a small amount of whites into chocolate mixture. Fold in remaining whites., Pour into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes. , Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; remove sides of pan and cool completely. Frost with Chocolate Ganache if desired. Garnish with strawberries and mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

janat t
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover egg whites. It's also a great dessert for a crowd.


wilfrede nyashae
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but this cake is amazing. It's not too sweet and the texture is perfect.


Frank Edem Agbemenu
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This cake is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth every penny. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Khansa 385 Azam
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I'm allergic to eggs and this cake is the perfect solution. It's just as delicious as a regular chocolate cake, but without the eggs.


Joey Skittles
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I'm gluten-free and this cake is a lifesaver. It's so delicious and I can enjoy it without worrying about getting sick.


Diviru Diviru
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I made this cake for my daughter's graduation party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and I got so many requests for the recipe.


Sima Esmaeili
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Favour Bamba
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I've tried many flourless chocolate cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The texture is perfect and the flavor is out of this world.


Emanuel seloba Heri
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This cake is so easy to make, even a beginner baker can do it. And the results are amazing! It's the perfect cake for any chocolate lover.


Joe Ramos
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he absolutely loved it. He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


rutendo rurue
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This cake is so rich and decadent, it's like eating a piece of heaven. I highly recommend it!


Ishwor Timalsina
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I've made this cake several times and it never disappoints. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Zarah Allen
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I'm not a big baker, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! It was super easy to make and it turned out delicious. My friends and family loved it.


vuyelwa afrika
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This is the best flourless chocolate cake I've ever had. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I highly recommend it!


Wasimkhan Wasimkhan
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Wiqar Ahmad
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This flourless chocolate cake is AMAZING! The texture is dense and fudgy, and the flavor is rich and chocolatey. I will definitely be making this again.


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