Italian Chocolate Walnut Cake (Flourless)
The use of ground walnuts instead of flour gives this cake a rich and moist texture.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Italian Chocolate Walnut Cake (Flourless)
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a round cake pan.
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Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
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Fold in the walnuts, cocoa powder, and salt.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
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Serve the Italian Chocolate Walnut Cake dusted with cocoa powder or powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
