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The Ultimate Decadent & Fudgy Flourless Chocolate Torte

A close-up of a rich, dense slice of flourless chocolate torte, dusted heavily with cocoa powder.
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Make a deeply rich, dense, and velvety chocolate torte that is naturally gluten-free. This recipe delivers intense dark chocolate flavor perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Place the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (a double boiler). Stir until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the granulated sugar until the mixture lightens in color. Whisk in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold one-third of the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then, carefully fold in the remaining egg whites until no white streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
  8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center will still look soft.
  9. Let the torte cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. The center will sink slightly as it cools, which is normal for a flourless cake.
  10. Once cool, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Dust the top generously with cocoa powder before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a cleaner release, run a thin knife around the edge of the cooled torte before releasing the springform pan sides.
  • Serve this torte slightly chilled or at room temperature for the best fudgy texture.
  • You can substitute the bittersweet chocolate with high-quality dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher) for a more intense flavor.

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