Ingredients
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- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the chocolate and butter together over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and thick.
- Stir in the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and salt until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set in the middle.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality dark chocolate.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Experiment with different toppings like whipped cream or berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg