Here’s a light, dreamy, Flourless Cloud Cake that’s rich, airy, and naturally gluten-free. It has the texture of a soufflé-meets-mousse and is made with just a few ingredients—perfect for special occasions or a decadent yet elegant dessert.
☁️ Flourless Cloud Cake (Chocolate Soufflé Cake)
📝 Ingredients:
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7 oz (200 g) dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa, chopped)
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½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter
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4 large eggs, separated
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½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar, divided
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
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Fresh berries or whipped cream, for serving (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan or cake pan with parchment. Lightly grease the sides. -
Melt chocolate & butter
In a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (or microwave in 20-second bursts), melt the chocolate and butter together. Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly. -
Whip egg yolks
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with ¼ cup sugar and vanilla until thick and pale. -
Whip egg whites
In another bowl, add a pinch of salt to the egg whites. Beat with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, then gradually add the remaining ¼ cup sugar and continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. -
Combine mixtures
Slowly stir the yolk mixture into the slightly cooled chocolate. Then gently fold in the whipped egg whites in three parts—be careful not to deflate the mixture. -
Bake
Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still looks a bit soft—it will puff, then collapse as it cools (that’s normal!). -
Cool completely
Let the cake cool in the pan—it will sink slightly and crack like a cloud. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with berries or whipped cream if desired.
🔁 Notes & Variations:
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For a mocha version: Add 1 tsp instant espresso powder to the chocolate while melting.
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Dairy-free? Use dairy-free chocolate and coconut oil instead of butter.
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Make ahead: Store in the fridge up to 3 days; bring to room temp before serving.