Description
A flourless dark chocolate torte is an exceptionally rich, dense baked dessert that completely omits traditional grain flours like all purpose wheat flour or almond meal. Unlike standard fluffy chocolate cakes that rely on gluten networks and chemical leaveners like baking powder to trap air and create a spongy crumbs, a torte achieves its structural foundation through a luxurious emulsion of high percentage dark chocolate, unsalted butter, and whole eggs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) dark chocolate, finely chopped
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp espresso powder, optional
For topping
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Fresh berries, optional
- Whipped cream, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Melt chocolate and butter: Place the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Melt gently over a double boiler or microwave in short intervals, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs and sugars: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla for about 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Combine: Slowly whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift in the cocoa powder and salt. Add espresso powder if using. Gently fold until just combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the edges are set and the center still has a slight wobble.
- Cool: Let the torte cool in the pan for 20–30 minutes, then carefully remove the sides. Allow it to cool completely before slicing.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~350 kcal
Keywords: Gluten free chocolate torte, Flourless chocolate cake recipe