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Rich, Fudgy, One-Bowl Flourless Chocolate Cake with Silk Ganache Topping

A rich, fudgy slice of flourless chocolate cake topped with melted chocolate ganache, sitting on a white plate.
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You get an intensely chocolatey and decadent dessert that is naturally gluten-free. This easy flourless chocolate cake recipe comes together fast in one bowl and creates a rich, fudgy texture perfect for birthdays or Valentine’s Day.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces high-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 5 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Ganache Topping: 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the bottom of an 8-inch round springform pan with parchment paper. Do not grease the sides of the pan.
  2. Place the 8 ounces of chopped chocolate and the butter in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (a double boiler). Stir until the chocolate and butter are completely melted and smooth. Remove the bowl from the heat.
  3. Whisk both the granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition until the batter is thick and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center will still look slightly soft and fudgy. Do not overbake this rich chocolate dessert.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. The cake will sink slightly as it cools; this is normal for a no flour cake.
  8. Prepare the ganache: Place the 4 ounces of chopped chocolate in a small bowl. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer around the edges. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth and silky.
  9. Pour the ganache over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly across the top. Chill the cake for at least 2 hours before slicing for the best fudgy texture.

Notes

  • For an extra decadent chocolate dessert, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or cocoa powder before serving.
  • This cake tastes best when served chilled or at cool room temperature.
  • If you do not have a springform pan, you can use an 8-inch round cake pan, but you must line the bottom and sides completely with foil strips to allow for easy removal.

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