Tofu Chocolate Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• Silken Tofu (drained): 1 lb
• Chocolate Chips (Dark or Semi-Sweet): 1 cup
• Butter (Unsalted): 1/2 cup
• Sugar: 3/4 cup
• Eggs: 2 large
• Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
• All-Purpose Flour: 1/2 cup
• Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Liqueur of Choice (e.g., Kahlúa, Bailey's, Grand Marnier): 1/4 cup

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mash the tofu until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter together in the microwave or over a double boiler.
4. Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the mashed tofu.
5. In a medium bowl, beat the sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
7. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the liqueur, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories per slice (1/8 of cake): 350
• Fat: 18g (27% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 10g (50% DV)
• Cholesterol: 90mg (30% DV)
• Sodium: 240mg (10% DV)
• Carbohydrates: 38g (13% DV)
• Fiber: 3g (12% DV)
• Sugar: 25g (27% DV)
• Protein: 12g (25% DV)

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and chocolatey
• Rich and decadent
• Perfect for a special occasion

User Comments:

• "This cake was absolutely divine! The tofu made it so moist and fluffy, and the chocolate flavor was perfect."
• "I love that this cake is so easy to make, yet it tastes like it came from a professional bakery."
• "The liqueur adds a touch of sophistication that makes this cake perfect for a romantic evening."
• "I served this cake at my dinner party and my guests raved about it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to drain the tofu well before mashing it. Excess moisture can make the cake soggy.
• If you don't have a liqueur on hand, you can substitute coffee or milk instead.
• For a denser cake, use less flour. For a lighter cake, use more flour.
• If the cake is browning too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil.