Description
A rich and decadent dark chocolate almond cake, perfect for any occasion. This simple, one-bowl recipe results in a moist, chocolatey dessert that pairs beautifully with whipped cream or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
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- 4.4 oz (125 g) butter
- 13.2 oz (375 g) dark chocolate
- 1 cup (175 g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (35 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 cup (120 g) finely ground almonds
- 2 tbsp milk
- 5 eggs
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
- Softly whipped cream, for serving
- Confectioners sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Fresh fruit, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (170°C). Grease and line a cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl, combine the butter and dark chocolate. Melt them together by placing the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in short bursts, stirring in between, until fully melted.
- Remove the bowl from heat and stir in the brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the sifted flour and finely ground almonds to the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Incorporate the milk and then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is smooth and glossy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is set around the edges but still slightly soft in the center.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to set.
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder or confectioners sugar. Serve with a dollop of softly whipped cream and fresh fruit if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate. The cake is delicious when served warm with a slightly runny center, but it also benefits from setting in the refrigerator for a firmer texture. Dust with cocoa powder or confectioners sugar for a classic finish. Serve with softly whipped cream and fresh fruit for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 30
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 150