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Flourless Chocolate Cake

18 Comments By Jesseca on December 15, 2022

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This rich and decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake Recipe is easy to make and the perfect dessert for any occasion! Made with bittersweet chocolate, sugar, butter, and eggs. 

closeup  of flourless chocolate cake recipe

This Flourless cake has it all. It is rich, decadent, and the perfect way to indulge.

Truth be told, I had never had a chocolate flourless cake before this one. It was nothing like I had expected. Instead of a light and airy cake I am used to, this is dense and very very rich in flavor.

We call it our special occasion cake. I make this for family birthdays and holidays. It tastes amazing, and looks stunning, served with fresh fruit and a dust of powdered sugar. An easy show stopper that will have everyone in awe of your baking talents.

Recipe Features:

  • Gluten-Free: Please be sure to double check your ingredients to ensure a true gluten free treat.
  • Chocolate PACKED: Incredibly rich chocolate flavor.
  • Make-Ahead: Can be made 2 to 4 days in advance.
slice of flourless chocolate cake recipe on a white plate

What You Need:

Flourless chocolate cake is made with a chocolate custard base. Sometimes called the “fallen” cake, it is dense in texture and rich in flavor. This cake is perfect for those with a sweet tooth or if you are looking to celebrate a special occasion. The ingredient list is as follows:

  • water
  • salt
  • sugar
  • bittersweet chocolate
  • pure vanilla extract
  • butter
  • eggs
  • egg whites beaten to stiff peaks

Step By Step Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Line the inside of a 10 inch spring form pan with parchment. Lightly mist with non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. Combine the water, salt, and sugar in a small sauce pan. Heat to a simmer and stir until all of the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Combine the butter and chocolate in a glass or heat proof bowl. Melt in the microwave or over a double boiler.
  4. Place your melted chocolate into the bowl of an electric mixer and whip until cool. Add the dissolved sugar mixture followed by the eggs and egg whites. Stir until fully incorporated and pour into your prepared pan.
  5. Bake 45 minutes. The middle will look wet, but don’t worry it is finished. Allow to cool 20 minutes then transfer to your refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Serve with ice cream or your favorite fruit!
chocolate cake made without flour

Recipe Tips and FAQs:

  • Do NOT skip lining your pan. This cake is a tad sticky. Lining the pan will help easily move it to a serving plate.
  • This chocolate cake recipe is SO easy to decorate. Give it a dust of powdered sugar for a quick and easy finish.
  • Top with fresh fruit for an even more impressive finish!

Should flourless chocolate cake be refrigerated?

This cake recipe does not need to be refrigerated. However, we like ours chilled. The flavor betters with time, so make it a day early and pull it out of the refrigerator 2 hours before you are ready to serve.

Is flourless chocolate cake gluten free?

Flourless chocolate cake is not necessarily gluten free. However, most of the ingredients used should make this a gluten free recipe. Be sure to check all of your ingredients before serving to your gluten free friends.

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Flourless Chocolate Cake

Created by: Jesseca

Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
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This rich and decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake Recipe is easy to make and the perfect dessert for any occasion! Made with bittersweet chocolate, sugar, butter, and eggs. 
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3-1/2 cups bittersweet chocolate I used chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup butter
  • 3 whole eggs
  • 3 egg whites whipped to stiff peaks

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 300 degrees. Line the inside of a 10 inch spring form pan with parchment. Lightly mist with non-stick spray and set aside.
  • Combine the water, salt, and sugar in a small sauce pan. Heat to a simmer and stir until all of the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Combine the butter and chocolate in a glass or heat proof bowl. Melt in the microwave or over a double boiler.
  • Place your melted chocolate into the bowl of an electric mixer and whip until cool. Add the dissolved sugar mixture followed by the eggs and egg whites. Stir until fully incorporated and pour into your prepared pan.
  • Bake 45 minutes. The middle will look wet, but don’t worry it is finished. Allow to cool 20 minutes then transfer to your refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Serve with ice cream or your favorite fruit!

Notes

This cake will last 2 to 4 days if stored properly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 129mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g

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  1. Sara says

    February 26, 2017

    I use cocoa powder instead of chocolate chips, same amount as the recipe. And I put extra 2 cups of sugar ( yes, lots of sugar , I know) and extra butter (half cup). The cake come out so beautiful, and no need to refrigerate. Just cool it down an hour before serve.
    Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe, I have been looking for a good flour less chocolate cake recipe for long time, this one is my favour.

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  2. AEmun says

    July 24, 2015

    I’m assuming you put the vanilla extract in at step #4? It doesn’t say when to add it in…
    Also, this has to stay refrigerated or can it be stored at room temperature? Mine is not really staying together when I cut it…it falls apart, any remedy to that?

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  3. Sandra Lippa says

    February 11, 2015

    Do the egg whites have to be whipped to stiff peaks before adding? Other recipes call for this but your recipe just says add egg whites.

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    • Jesseca says

      February 11, 2015

      Nope. Just add them straight in.

      Reply
  4. Sarah says

    February 10, 2015

    Looks so delicious. I can imagine flourless cake being very fudgy which just sounds amazing right now. Ha!

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  5. Geanine says

    February 10, 2015

    Ghirardelli bittersweet chocolate chips is a must in this house! The only chocolate chips worth having 🙂

    Reply
  6. Vanessa Barker says

    February 9, 2015

    This looks seriously incredible. I love that it’s dense and chocolately. I can’t wait to try it.

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  7. Amy | Club Narwhal says

    February 9, 2015

    Jessica, this cake looks absolutely dreamy! It’s the perfect Valentine’s (or any day 🙂 treat!

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  8. Stephanie Keeping says

    February 9, 2015

    This sounds amazing. I can’t believe that it’s flourless!

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  9. Aimee @ Like mother like daughter says

    February 9, 2015

    what a beautiful cake! I’ve been wanting to try a flourless chocolate cake too, but haven’t gotten around to it yet. Yours looks absolutely perfect for Valentine’s day!

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  10. Sandra says

    February 9, 2015

    Hello – lover…and yes, I am talking to the cake. I love this recipe girl, thanks for sharing and being apart of the hop! xo San

    Reply
  11. Bismah says

    February 9, 2015

    This cake looks so rich and delicious! I have been wanting to try and make a flourless cake for some time now. I think I will try this recipe. Thank you for sharing!

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  12. Jenn says

    February 9, 2015

    What a great cake idea! Having celiac disease, i’m always looking for a flourless option!

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  13. kungphoo says

    February 9, 2015

    This looks great! I do enjoy a flourless cake when its in front of me.

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  14. Maggie @ The Love Nerds says

    February 9, 2015

    This cake is absolutely gorgeous!! There is no way I can’t make this, especially after my husband saw the picture. 🙂

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  15. Chelsea @ Gal on a Mission says

    February 9, 2015

    I have never had a flourless cake before! It looks so rich and fudgy, just how I like my chocolate cakes to be! This would be a fantastic option for dessert on Valentine’s Day! Pinned 🙂

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  16. Rachel Cooks says

    February 9, 2015

    What a beautiful cake. I love the richness of flourless cakes and this one is perfect for Valentine’s Day.

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  17. Cindy Eikenberg says

    February 9, 2015

    Hi Jessica – This cake looks amazing and is a perfect addition to dinner for two! Thanks so much for sharing and pinned – have a happy Monday and a wonderful Valentine’s Day!

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