Flourless Chocolate Cake is an absolute delight, especially for Susan, who insists on having it every year for her birthday. This divine dessert is incredibly dense, rich, and decadent, offering an unforgettable experience with every bite of intense bittersweet chocolate flavor.
The Perfect Combination of Ingredients
To create this masterpiece, you’ll need a few key ingredients: bittersweet chocolate chips, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, salt, espresso powder, vanilla extract, eggs, and Dutch-process cocoa. The glaze is a simple yet exquisite ganache made with bittersweet chocolate chips and heavy cream.
The Magic of Baking
Let’s dive into the process of making this Flourless Chocolate Cake. Firstly, prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by spraying it with Bak-klene ZT, a convenient mix of non-stick spray and flour. Then, place a parchment round in the bottom and spray it as well. Alternatively, using Baker’s Joy would yield equally delightful results.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and butter. Heat them on 60% power for approximately 2 minutes. By this time, the butter will have melted, and the chocolate will begin to melt. Stir the mixture thoroughly with a silicone spatula until the butter and chocolate are fully combined.
Next, add the sugar, salt, espresso powder, and vanilla extract, stirring well to incorporate them into the chocolate and butter mixture. Introduce the eggs and beat the mixture on medium speed until it becomes smooth. Finally, add the cocoa powder and gently mix it in using the silicone spatula.
Pour the batter into the prepared 8-inch pan, ensuring the top is smoothed out. Bake the cake at 375°F, following King Arthur’s recommendation. To confirm if the cake is ready, insert an instant-read thermometer into the center, and it should register at least 200°F. In our case, after 23 minutes, the temperature reached 202°F, indicating that it was time to remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool.
After approximately 5 minutes of cooling, carefully loosen the edges of the cake with a knife. Then, turn the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely. With a perfect release from the pan, the cake emerges in all its glory!
Elevating the Cake with Ganache
Once the cake has completely cooled, it’s time for Susan’s magical touch. She begins by heating the heavy cream in the microwave until hot. She then pours it over the chocolate chips and stirs the mixture until the chocolate melts, transforming into a velvety smooth ganache.
For an added touch of elegance, Susan prepares some whipped ganache to pipe onto the cake, adding a beautiful finishing touch.
Unfortunately, the ganache needs several hours to set before embarking on the indulgence. Yet, rest assured that the wait will be utterly worth it. Prepare to be captivated by the absolute decadence of this Flourless Chocolate Cake. It’s a true delight for all the senses!
Are you yearning for another tantalizing and decadent chocolate cake? Give the Reine de Sabe a try as well!
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