Description
A sophisticated dessert that combines rich flavors and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g dark chocolate
- 100g unsalted butter
- 150g granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 100g all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh berries for garnish
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine the chocolate mixture with the egg mixture, mixing thoroughly.
- Sift the flour and salt into the chocolate mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, serve with fresh berries and mint leaves for garnish.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content.
- You can add a splash of espresso to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for added indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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