Description
A decadent flourless chocolate mousse cake with a rich, fudgy texture that melts in your mouth—simple, elegant, and perfect for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
- 10 oz (300 g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 5 oz (150 g) unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules (optional)
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)
- Fresh berries (raspberries or strawberries, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch (20 cm) springform cake pan and line the base with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler), melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter, stirring occasionally. Add the instant coffee granules for extra depth of flavor. Once smooth, remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 1/2 cup (100 g) of granulated sugar until pale and thick. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the melted chocolate mixture into the yolk mixture until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar and continue to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions, using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the mixture—fold until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is set on the edges but slightly soft in the center. The cake will firm up as it cools.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove the sides of the springform pan and transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder and serve with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries, if desired.
Notes
- This cake is gluten-free as it is flourless.
- You can customize the serving toppings with your favorite fruits or skip the cocoa powder.
- Ensure that the egg whites are properly whipped to achieve the desired mousse-like texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
