Flourless Chocolate Cake is a decadent dessert that’s rich, dense, and intensely chocolatey. Here’s a typical recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, cubed
• 8 ounces (225g) dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), chopped
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• Cocoa powder or powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
• Fresh berries, whipped cream, or ice cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter: In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), melt the chopped chocolate and cubed butter together, stirring occasionally until smooth and combined. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
3. Mix in sugar, salt, and vanilla: Stir in the granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.
4. Add eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the batter is smooth and glossy.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
6. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate or cooling rack to cool completely.
7. Serve: Dust with cocoa powder or powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Slice and serve with fresh berries, whipped cream, or ice cream.

Flourless Chocolate Cake is a wonderful dessert for chocolate lovers and those who prefer gluten-free options. It’s dense, moist, and intensely chocolatey, making it a perfect ending to a special meal or celebration.