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Torta Caprese al Cioccolato Fondente

Dense, flourless chocolate almond cake from Capri, finished with a glossy dark chocolate glaze and powdered sugar.

Torta Caprese al Cioccolato Fondente

Total

40 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Serves

2

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

  • 120 g Dark chocolate (70% cacao)
  • 80 g Almond flour
  • 60 g Granulated sugar
  • 3 Eggs
  • 30 g Unsalted butter
  • 50 g Dark chocolate for glaze (70% cacao)
  • 10 g Powdered sugar
  • a pinch Salt(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 6‑inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Melt the 120 g dark chocolate and butter together in a heat‑proof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth; set aside to cool slightly.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and thick (about 5 minutes).

  4. 4

    Gently fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, then add the almond flour and a pinch of salt, mixing just until incorporated.

  5. 5

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 20‑25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center springs back lightly when touched.

  6. 6

    While the cake cools, melt the 50 g dark chocolate for the glaze; drizzle it over the cooled cake, allowing it to set.

  7. 7

    Dust the finished cake with powdered sugar and serve.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

420

21% of a 2,000 kcal day

Protein9 g
Carbohydrate35 g
Fat28 g
Fiber5 g
Sugar22 g
Sodium120 mg

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