Gooey Chocolate Cake
A rich, decadent flourless chocolate cake with a gooey center, made with just five simple ingredients for a quick and indulgent dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 200g dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 150g unsalted butter
- 150g granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (plus extra for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Melt dark chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or in short microwave bursts. Stir until smooth.
- Add sugar to the warm chocolate mixture and whisk to combine.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Sift in cocoa powder and stir until just combined; batter should be glossy and thick.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with cocoa powder or powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- Do not overbake; the center should remain soft and gooey.
- Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra treat.
- Best enjoyed warm but also delicious at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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