Chocolate Mousse Cake V

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Dark chocolate: 200 grams
2. Plain flour: 150 grams
3. Unsalted butter: 100 grams
4. Eggs: 4
5. Sugar: 100 grams (plus additional for dusting)
6. Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
7. Cocoa powder: for dusting the cake

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 45 minutes
• Total: 75 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 4 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Melt the chocolate and butter in a double boiler or microwave. Let cool slightly.
3. In a large bowl, sift together flour and cocoa powder. Set aside.
4. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract.
5. Fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until well combined.
6. Add the flour mixture and stir gently until just combined.
7. Pour the mixture into a greased and bottom-lined cake pan.
8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool completely before frosting.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: 500
• Fat: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey with a moist and dense texture. The outside is slight crunchy while the inside is soft and creamy.
• Ideal for chocolate lovers and those who enjoy sweet desserts with a strong chocolate flavor.

User Comments:

1. "This is an amazing chocolate cake! So rich and chocolatey, I can't get enough of it!"
2. "The texture is perfect - not too dry, not too wet. The frosting would be even better if it had some chocolate chunks."
3. "I love how simple yet effective this recipe is. It's a great dessert for any occasion."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use good quality chocolate for best results. Dark chocolate with a high cocoa content is recommended.
• When folding the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, be gentle to avoid deflating the egg mixture.
• Use a toothpick to check if the cake is done - if it comes out clean, it's ready to come out of the oven.
• Let the cake cool completely before frosting to ensure the frosting sets properly.