flourless dark chocolate cake

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85 Pinches
Cullowhee, NC
Updated on Feb 5, 2013

Mmmmmmmmmmm! Who can resist chocolate?

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prep time 25 Min
cook time 30 Min
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yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 x large eggs, separated
  • 8 ounces dark baking chocolate, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons butter, cubed
  • 1/3 cup + 1/4 cup sugar, divided
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 jar prune baby food (2 1/2 oz)
  • GARNISH:
  • 1 teaspoon dark cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

How To Make flourless dark chocolate cake

  • Step 1
    Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt chocolate & butter over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Coat a 9" springform pan with cooking spray. Place pan on a baking sheet; set aside.
  • Step 2
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Step 3
    In a large bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed for 3 minutes or until light & fluffy. Gradually add 1/3 C sugar & vanilla, beating until thick & lemon colored. Beat in baby food & chocolate mixture.
  • Step 4
    Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form; fold into batter.
  • Step 5
    Pour into prepared pan. Bake 30 - 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs. Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; remove sides of pan. Cool completely.
  • Step 6
    Sprinkle with cocoa & confectioners’ sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.
  • Step 7
    WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS PLUS: 5

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