Name: Mini Flourless Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American

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Mini Flourless Chocolate Cake

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a 6-inch cake pan with parchment paper, leaving the edges hanging over the sides for easy removal.

In a medium size bowl, add the chocolate and butter and place over a pot of simmering water. Stir frequently until fully melted and smooth.

Once the chocolate, butter mixture is melted, remove the bowl and whisk in the cocoa powder, espresso powder, and vanilla. Set aside to cool.

Meanwhile, in a separate medium size bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add in the sugar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.

Once the chocolate mixture has cooled, whisk in the egg yolks one at a time until fully combined.

Lastly, gently fold in the meringue in 3 additions, careful not to over-mix, but mix just enough so there are no steaks of meringue left.

Gently pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top.

Bake the cake for about 40 minutes or until it has risen up like a soufflé, formed cracks on the top, and has a very slight wobble.

Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. As it cools it will fall and form more cracks.

Gently remove the cake, then sprinkle with powdered sugar and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Room Temperature Eggs for Maximum Rise 🥚
Use eggs at room temperature for 30 minutes before separating—warm eggs incorporate air more efficiently into the meringue, creating the dramatic rise and signature crackle top.
Bloom Your Espresso Powder ☕
Dissolve espresso powder in a tablespoon of hot water before mixing into the batter to unlock its full flavor intensity and deepen the chocolate complexity without adding dry particles.
Temper High-Quality Chocolate Properly 🍫
Chop your chocolate into small pieces and melt it gently over a double boiler or at 50% power in a microwave, stirring frequently to prevent seizing and ensure a smooth, luxurious fudgy center.
Don't Overbake—Embrace the Jiggle 🎂
Bake until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly when you gently shake the pan—this residual heat will continue cooking and create that coveted dense, fudgy texture as it cools.
Cool Completely Before Removing from Pan ❄️
Allow the cakes to cool to room temperature in the pan for at least 2 hours before unmolding to preserve the delicate crackle top and prevent the structure from collapsing prematurely.

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