Easy Flourless Chocolate Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa): 300 grams
• Unsalted butter: 150 grams
• Sugar: 200 grams
• Eggs: 4 large
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Cocoa powder (optional): 3 tablespoons for decoration

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 35 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the chocolate and butter. Microwave or use a double boiler to melt the mixture, stirring until smooth.
3. Once cooled slightly, add the sugar and mix well.
4. Add the eggs one by one, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased and floured cake pan.
6. Optional: Sprinkle the top with cocoa powder for decoration.
7. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool before removing from the pan and serving.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)

• Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving
• Fat: 28 grams
• Carbohydrates: 56 grams
• Protein: 6 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• This is a rich and chocolatey cake with a dense texture and a strong chocolate flavor. It's perfect for chocolate lovers.
• The absence of flour gives it a unique and slightly different texture compared to regular cakes.

User Comments:

1. "This cake was amazing! So rich and chocolatey, exactly what I wanted."
2. "I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weekend baking session."
3. "The texture of this cake is so different from regular cakes, but it's absolutely delicious."
4. "This is definitely a keeper! Will make it again and again."
5. "I added a few extra chocolate chips to make it even more chocolatey, turned out great!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use good-quality dark chocolate with a high cocoa percentage for the best flavor.
• The cake might be slightly crumbly when first out of the oven, so be careful when handling it. Letting it cool completely helps.
• Feel free to add extra ingredients like chocolate chips, walnuts, or caramel sauce for a richer flavor or different variations.