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Name: Scandalously Sweet Flourless Chocolate Almond Cake
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200g bittersweet chocolate (gluten-free, 70% cacao); 100g unsalted butter, cubed; 120g granulated sugar; 4 large eggs, separated; 100g finely ground almonds (almond flour); 1 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional); Fresh berries, for serving (optional)

Scandalously Sweet Flourless Chocolate Almond Cake

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Inspired by viral drama, this cake is pure intrigue: dark, rich, and with a secret—there’s not a grain of flour in sight. The intense chocolate is balanced by the natural sweetness of almonds, creating a fudgy, elegant dessert that’s perfect for sharing (or keeping under wraps). Scaled for a small gathering, this recipe uses classic small-batch techniques to minimize waste and maximize indulgence. Serve it at your next get-together—no secrets required.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 6-inch cake pan and line the base with parchment paper.
Melt chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and cool slightly.
Whisk egg yolks with sugar until pale and thick, about 2 minutes. Stir in vanilla, salt, and cooled chocolate mixture. Fold in almond flour until just combined.
In a clean bowl, beat egg whites to stiff peaks. Gently fold 1/3 of whipped whites into chocolate batter to loosen, then fold in remaining whites in two additions, being careful not to deflate.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until just set with a slight jiggle in the center.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge and unmold onto a wire rack. Cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries if desired.