Mrs Zeger's Chocolate Passover Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Mrs. Zeger's Chocolate Passover Cake—a flourless masterpiece perfect for your holiday table. Crafted with bittersweet chocolate, whipped egg whites, and a touch of matzo cake meal, this dessert achieves a luscious texture that's both light and fudgy. The delicate folding technique ensures an airy crumb, while the melted chocolate provides a deep, luxurious flavor. Ready in under an hour, this gluten-free cake is topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're celebrating Passover or simply craving a show-stopping dessert, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon matzo cake meal
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a heatproof bowl, melt the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter together over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in 20-second increments. Stir until the mixture is smooth, then set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
Separate the eggs, placing the yolks in one large bowl and the whites in another. Beat the yolks with the granulated sugar using an electric mixer until pale and thick, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 4
Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture. Add the matzo cake meal, salt, and vanilla extract, and mix until incorporated.
Step 5
Using clean beaters, whip the egg whites to stiff peaks in their separate bowl.
Step 6
Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the batter.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and gently smooth the top.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Step 9
Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (838.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3127.6 |
| Total Fat 172.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 94.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 1302mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1077.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 365.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 324.5g | |
| Protein 48.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 240IU | 0% |
| Calcium 352.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 33.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1714.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories