Flourless Chocolate Torte

Decadently rich, creamy and all around delicious. This dark chocolate flourless torte will win the hearts of all – even your non gluten-free friends!

A tray filled with sliced of flourless chocolate torte topped with a sliced strawberry

Ingredients

dark chocolate (good quality – I use Ghirardelli

butter

water

granulated sugar

eggs

heavy cream

Tips For A Perfect Flourless Chocolate Torte

First and foremost you need to invest in good quality ingredients. This desserts is mostly made up of chocolate…so we need good quality chocolate! I love Ghirardelli or Callebaut chocolate.

Next, you need a good quality springform pan. If yours is not nonstick, you’ll want to line the sides with a strip of parchment paper. If using a regular cake pan definitely be sure the line the bottom and sides with parchment. This will ensure your flourless chocolate torte doesn’t stick to the pan.

Do NOT skip the water bath step. There are other recipes online that don’t require this step, but for this specific recipe, we need it.

Restaurant Quality Dessert

I used to own a bakery (“Pip’s”) while my husband, Keith, owned a restaurant. I had the pleasure of baking the desserts for his establishment and this flourless chocolate torte was a staple on the menu! It’s bold and rich flavor was the perfect ending to a delicious meal.

Next let’s chat about how you can elevate the design of your torte!

a slice of flourless chocolate torte being served with a sliced strawberry on top

How To Serve Flourless Chocolate Torte

I love topping the torte with chocolate ganache and berries. Strawberries and Cherries really add a depth of color to this dessert. You can add a single piece of fruit to each slice or load it up!

If you’re feeling extra fancy you can add some gold leaf! I’ve been using the brand Barnabas Blattgold for years. You can also choose to top this flourless dessert with homemade whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar!

To cut clean slices, I use long sharp knife and heat it in very hot water before EVERY cut. Make sure you wipe it with a clean cloth or paper towel after you heat it in the water. By cutting the chocolate torte with a dry, hot knife, you will be much more likely to have sharp edges and less crumbs on your pieces.

A tray filled with sliced of flourless chocolate torte topped with a sliced strawberry

Flourless Chocolate Torte

Decadently rich, creamy and all around delicious. This dark chocolate flourless torte will win the hearts of all – even your non gluten-free friends!
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Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:49 mins

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • 9" spring form pan
  • large cake pan (larger than springform pan)

Ingredients

Flourless Chocolate Torte

  • 18 oz dark chocolate, good quality I use either Ghirardelli or Callebaut
  • 1 stick butter, unsalted
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 1 c. water

Chocolate Ganache Topping

  • 4 oz dark chocolate, good quality
  • 4 oz heavy whipping cream

Instructions

Flourless Chocolate Torte

  • Melt chocolate and butter together in a double boiler or microwave
  • Place sugar and water together in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and let boil until sugar fully dissolves (2-4 minutes). Set aside to cool a little
  • Whisk chocolate and sugar syrup together. Let cool
  • Whisk in eggs
  • Place mixture in a greased springform pan
  • Wrap pan in tin foil so it is completely sealed. You don't want water leaking in
  • Place tin foil wrapped springform pan into a larger baking pan. Fill larger baking pan with boiling water. About an inch high
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45-53 minutes (size of pan and style of oven may vary baking times)
  • Let cool in fridge for 2-3 hours (or until fully set and thoroughly chilled)
  • Remove from spring form pan and top with chocolate ganache. Let cool in fridge for another hour before cutting.
Course: Dessert
Keyword: chocolate dessert, chocolate ganache, chocolate torte, desserts, flourless chocolate torte, gluten free dessert, valentines day dessert, valentines dessert, vday dessert
Servings: 12 slices
Author: Hannah Judith

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