French Chocolate Cake

6 servings

25 minutes

French chocolate cake is a true delight for dessert lovers. Its history begins in French pastry culture, where delicate textures and rich flavors are appreciated. This recipe combines velvety dark chocolate, creamy butter, and airy batter, making each bite melt in your mouth. The main feature is the slightly baked edges and liquid center, creating a fondant effect. Perfect for special occasions, candlelit dinners, or simply enjoying the moment. It is recommended to serve hot, dusted with powdered sugar to enhance the sophistication of the taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 512.9
• Proteins: 9.4g
• Fats: 31.1g
• Carbohydrates: 49g

Ingredients

• Butter: 100 g
• Sugar: 50 g
• Chicken egg: 5 pc
• Wheat flour: 60 g
• Salt: 0.3 tsp
• Dark chocolate 70%: 200 g
• Powdered sugar: 100 g

Cooking steps

1. We break the chocolate, cut the butter into pieces, and put it in a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dark chocolate 70%: 200 g
   • Butter: 100 g

2. Melt chocolate with butter in a double boiler, stirring thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dark chocolate 70%: 200 g
   • Butter: 100 g

3. Beat 2 whole eggs and three yolks with sugar until frothy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 5 piece
   • Sugar: 50 g

4. We mix eggs and chocolate, add flour and salt. We stir until homogeneous.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 60 g
   • Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Dark chocolate 70%: 200 g

5. Pour the batter into greased molds and place in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 7-10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g

6. The edges of the dough should be baked, while the filling remains liquid. It's best to serve the cake hot, lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Powdered sugar: 100 g