Mother's Day Dessert- Flourless Chocolate Cake Recipe
Indulge in this rich, gluten-free flourless chocolate cake—perfect for Mother’s Day or any special occasion!
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 6 oz bittersweet chocolate
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 stick butter unsalted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat butter and chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring in between until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Next, add sugar, espresso powder, and vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture. Stir until smooth.
- Now add salt, eggs, and cocoa powder. Whisk until well combined.
- Using a stand mixer, beat heavy cream until light and fluffy.
- Take whipped cream and fold it into the chocolate mixture slowly until well incorporated.
- Pour batter into the lined baking pan, and bake in the oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Top the cake with powdered sugar and fresh berries if desired. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 277mgPotassium: 211mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 473IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg
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