Mint Chocolate Flourless Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
There's something magical about a flourless chocolate cake, and this minty version has become my go to when I want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. With just forty minutes of baking time, you'll have a restaurant quality dessert on the table before you know it. The dark chocolate delivers not only incredible richness but also antioxidants that make indulging feel a bit more virtuous. Fresh mint adds a bright, sophisticated twist that cuts through the decadence beautifully. It's elegantly simple to make with basic ingredients you probably already have, which means no special shopping trips required. Trust me, one slice of this and you'll understand why I make it again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gdark chocolate
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 4egg yolks
- 1 tspmint extract
- 2fresh mint leaves(chopped)
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 20 gconfectioners' sugar
- 60 mlheavy cream
- 1 gsalt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 18cm (7-inch) round cake pan with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: grease the pan for added non-stick protection
- 2
Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Be cautious not to burn the chocolate
- 3
Whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and mint extract until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for a lighter texture
- 4
Add the melted chocolate to the egg yolk mixture and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Ensure the chocolate is fully incorporated
- 5
Fold in the chopped fresh mint leaves and unsalted butter until a smooth batter forms.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid deflating the mixture
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to remove any air bubbles
- 7
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Avoid overbaking for a moist cake
- 8
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let the cake cool completely before frosting or serving
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