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Decadent Flourless Dark Chocolate Orange Almond Cake

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A rich, moist, and fudgy flourless cake combining dark chocolate, fresh orange zest, and almond meal. Perfect for holidays and special occasions, this cake is simple to make and full of vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), chopped
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (115 grams), softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup almond meal (120 grams), finely ground almonds
  • Zest of 2 medium oranges
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8 or 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler), stirring gently until smooth and glossy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar using an electric mixer on high speed until pale, thick, and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes, forming ribbons when the whisk is lifted.
  4. Slowly fold the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture using a rubber spatula, folding gently to retain air.
  5. Sift the almond meal over the batter, then add orange zest, orange juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Fold everything together carefully until just combined; the batter should be thick, smooth, and glossy.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the cake has a thin, slightly cracked crust and a soft center that springs back gently to the touch. Avoid overbaking to keep the center fudgy.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour. Remove the springform sides carefully.
  9. For best flavor, refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Whisk eggs and sugar thoroughly to trap air, which acts as the leavening. Fold ingredients gently to avoid deflating the batter. Use quality dark chocolate for best results. Chilling the cake overnight improves flavor and texture. Avoid overbaking to keep the center fudgy.

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Keywords: flourless chocolate cake, dark chocolate cake, orange almond cake, holiday dessert, gluten-free cake, flourless cake, almond meal cake

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