Valrhona Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the ultimate decadence with this Valrhona Chocolate Cake, a luxurious dessert crafted for true chocolate lovers. Made with rich Valrhona dark chocolate and a touch of Valrhona cocoa powder, this cake boasts an intense, bittersweet flavor and velvety texture that melts in your mouth. The batter combines molten chocolate and butter with whisked eggs and sugar for a light yet rich crumb, enhanced by a hint of vanilla and balanced with a touch of salt. Perfectly baked to tender, fudgy perfection, this chocolate cake is easy to prepare in just under an hour and is ideal for any special occasion or everyday treat. Serve it simply with a dusting of cocoa or powdered sugar, or elevate it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent finish. Perfect keywords: Valrhona chocolate cake, rich dessert, fudgy chocolate cake, chocolate lover’s cake, luxury chocolate recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Valrhona dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa solids)
• 150 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 25 grams Cocoa powder (preferably Valrhona)
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2

Chop the Valrhona chocolate into small pieces and melt it with the butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until pale and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and eggs, whisking continuously to combine.

Step 5

Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and hot water to loosen the batter slightly, ensuring it is smooth and evenly mixed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake).

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 10

Optional: Dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder or powdered sugar, or serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3589.9

Total Fat 238.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 133.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1076.1mg	0%
Sodium 1393.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 334.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 201.9g
Protein 57.4g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 293.8mg	0%
Iron 35.6mg	0%
Potassium 1805.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 36.1%