Prepare to be transported to the heart of French pastry paradise with this decadent, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate cake that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! This isn't just another chocolate cake - it's a luxurious, velvety experience that promises to be the most irresistible dessert you've ever created. Imagine cutting into a cake so soft and rich that it practically whispers French culinary magic, with a texture so divine it will have your guests begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 200g dark chocolate
- 100g butter
- 150g sugar
- 4 eggs
- 100g flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the dark chocolate and butter. Melt them together over low heat, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 5 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Once the chocolate and butter mixture has cooled a bit, add the vanilla extract to it and stir to combine.
- Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture, stirring gently to combine. Be careful not to deflate the eggs.
- Sift the flour over the chocolate mixture and gently fold it in using a spatula or a wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want to maintain the lightness of the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula if necessary.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the top is set but the center remains soft. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the gâteau au chocolat tres moelleux warm or at room temperature. It can be dusted with powdered sugar or served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Tips
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the most intense flavor. The better the chocolate, the more amazing your cake will taste.
- When melting chocolate and butter, use low heat and stir constantly to prevent burning. A double boiler works best if you have one.
- Be gentle when folding in the flour - overmixing can deflate the batter and result in a dense cake. Light, careful folding is key to maintaining the cake's signature airy texture.
- Check the cake early! The perfect très moelleux cake should have a set top but a slightly soft center. A few moist crumbs on your toothpick are a good sign.
- Let the cake cool slightly before removing from the pan to help it hold its shape and prevent breaking.
- For an extra touch of elegance, serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of fresh whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 110mg
