Description
A rich, dense, and naturally gluten-free dessert that delivers deep chocolate flavor in every bite. This cake uses no flour and comes together with just a few essential ingredients, making it both indulgent and simple to prepare. Perfect for special occasions or weeknight cravings.
Ingredients
1 cup (6 oz) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
(Optional) 1/2 cup heavy cream + 4 oz bittersweet chocolate for ganache
(Optional) Whipped cream and raspberries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 20-25 minutes, until the center is just set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- For ganache, pour hot cream over chopped chocolate, let sit, then stir smooth. Pour over cooled cake.
- Garnish with whipped cream and raspberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts