Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark chocolate: 200 grams
- Unsalted butter: 150 grams
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Eggs: 3
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Cocoa powder: 1/3 cup
- Chocolate chips: 1 cup
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45-55 minutes
- Total: 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a bowl over a double boiler or in the microwave. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the eggs and sugar to the chocolate mixture and mix until well combined.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into a Bundt cake pan and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before removing from the pan.
- Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
- Calories: 520
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Protein: 7g
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is a chocolate lover's dream, with rich, chocolatey flavor throughout.
- The Bundt cake shape gives it a unique and impressive appearance.
- It's easy to customize with different types of chocolate chips or even other flavorings like nuts or fruit.
User Comments:
- "This cake was so rich and chocolatey! The Bundt shape was beautiful and made it even more special."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, but the taste is so luxurious and indulgent."
- "My family loved this cake! It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Line the Bundt cake pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cake after baking.
- Check the cake regularly towards the end of baking time to avoid overcooking.