Best Flourless Chocolate Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (226g) or 1 c. dairy-free oil: avocado (224g) olive (216g) olive, refined coconut (218g)
- 8 ounce semisweet chocolate chips or bars, chopped (227g)
- 1¼ cup granulated sugar (250g)
- 6 large eggs, room termperature (240g)
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder dutch process or natural (85g)
- 1 tsp espresso powder optional
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease the sides of a 9-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Melt butter and chocolate together. If using oil, melt chocolate, then mix in oil.
- You may use a double boiler or microwave for 1 minute, stir, and continue to microwave in 30 second intervals (stirring between each interval) until chocolate and butter are melted.
- Let melted chocolate cool slightly.
- Whisk in sugar, then eggs (one at a time).
- Stir in cocoa, espresso powder, and salt; fold until combined. Stir in vanilla.
- Pour into pan; bake 35 to 40 min until a crust forms and center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool 10 minutes in pan, on a wire rack. Run a knife around the edge, invert it onto the rack, and peel off the parchment. Cool completely.
- Store in refrigerator and eat within 5 days.
Serving Ideas:
- Dust with powdered sugar - A classic, light touch for elegance.
- Topped with whipped cream - Adds creamy contrast; keep it simple or sweeten lightly.
- Fresh Berries on top - Raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries for a fresh tart pop.
- Vanilla Ice Cream - A cold, melty scoop balances the cake’s density.
- Caramel Sauce - Sweet pairing that’s so delicious
- Sea Salt Flakes - A sprinkle enhances the chocolate’s depth.
Notes
This cake is naturally gluten-free as it contains no flour, but always check that your chocolate and cocoa powder are gluten-free if that's a concern.
The espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee; if you prefer, you can omit it or reduce the amount.
Store the cake in the refrigerator due to its high egg content. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 2inch slice | Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 31g
Servings: 12
Calories: 365kcal
