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Chocolate Decadence

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  • Author: Amy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Chocolate Decadence is a flourless chocolate cake that offers an intensely rich and indulgent chocolate experience. With just a few simple ingredients, this dessert is perfect for any chocolate lover and ideal for special occasions. Paired with a raspberry sauce, it’s an exquisite treat that will impress your guests.


Ingredients

18 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

10 tablespoons unsalted butter

5 large eggs, at room temperature

4 teaspoons white sugar

4 teaspoons all-purpose flour

1 pinch cayenne pepper

1 pinch salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter and flour a 9-inch cake pan.

  2. Melt Chocolate & Butter:

    • In a double boiler, melt the semisweet chocolate and butter together, stirring frequently until smooth. Once melted, remove from the heat.

  3. Beat Eggs and Sugar:

    • Beat the eggs and sugar together in a bowl for 5–10 minutes until pale and thick.

  4. Combine Wet and Dry:

    • Sift in flour, cayenne, and salt into the egg mixture and whisk to combine.

    • Add ¼ of the egg mixture into the chocolate mixture and stir to combine.

    • Then pour the chocolate mixture into the rest of the egg mixture and stir until smooth.

  5. Bake:

    • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 14–15 minutes. The cake should be set but still have a slight jiggle below the surface.

  6. Cool & Chill:

    • Allow the cake to cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes).

    • Then, wrap the cake in aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.


Notes

Add a Topping: Serve with whipped cream or a drizzle of raspberry sauce for a fresh, tangy contrast.

Spices: Add a bit more cayenne for extra heat, or try cinnamon for a different flavor twist.

Chocolate Options: Use bittersweet or dark chocolate for a more intense flavor, or milk chocolate for a sweeter result.