Flourless Chocolate Cake

A truly moreish, gluten-free vegetarian chocolate cake topped with crème fraîche and fresh summer berries.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 669.3 kcals 5354.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 53.8 grams 430.2 grams
Fat 46.6 grams 372.4 grams
Protein 8.7 grams 69.8 grams
Cook Time
55 mins
Produces
8 slices
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
300
g
Chocolate
plain, broken into pieces
1
tbsp
Chocolate
grated for decoration
1
piece
Icing Sugar
to dust
Dairy
225
g
Butter
salted, cut into cubes, plus extra for greasing
6
piece
Egg
free-range, separated into yolks and whites
Fruits
Liquids
175
ml
Water
boiling
Other
1
tsp

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Grease and line the base of a 23cm springform tin.
  • Blend chocolate and sugar in a food processor until fine.
  • Add boiling water, butter, egg yolks, coffee, and vanilla, then blend until combined.
  • Whisk egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture using a metal spoon.
  • Pour mixture into the tin and bake for 45 to 55 minutes.
  • Cool the cake in the tin and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Top with crème fraîche, berries, grated chocolate, and icing sugar before serving.