Flourless Chocolate Cake (King Arthur Baking)

🥘 Ingredients

• chocolate chips 1 cup
• unsalted butter 8 tablespoons
• granulated sugar ¾ cup
• table salt ¼ teaspoon
• espresso powder 1 teaspoon
• vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
• large eggs 3
• Dutch-process cocoa powder ½ cup
• heavy cream ½ cup
• chocolate chips 1 cup

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch round metal cake pan , and line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper, then grease the parchment.
2. 2

   Combine chocolate chips and unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl (or saucepan) and melt on low heat, stirring until completely smooth.
3. 3

   Transfer the melted mixture to a mixing bowl . Stir in granulated sugar , table salt , espresso powder , and vanilla extract .
4. 4

   Whisk in large eggs one at a time, followed by Dutch-process cocoa powder . Mix until the batter is smooth and shiny.
5. 5

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan . Bake for 23 to 27 minutes, until the edges are firm and a thin crust has formed on top. Let it cool completely.
6. 6

   To make the glaze, heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour it over chocolate chips in a bowl . Let sit for 3 minutes, then stir until glossy and smooth. Pour the glaze over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.