Flourless Chocolate Hazelnut Fudge Cake
A rich, gooey, and naturally gluten-free flourless chocolate fudge cake, loaded with toasted hazelnuts and topped with dark chocolate chunks. Perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks for topping
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and dark chocolate together using a microwave or double boiler. Stir until smooth and glossy. Let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until pale and thick, about 2–3 minutes.
- Fold in the melted chocolate mixture until fully combined.
- Sift in cocoa powder and mix until smooth.
- Fold in chopped toasted hazelnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle with additional chopped hazelnuts and dark chocolate chunks.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, until edges are set and center is just slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely before slicing. Serve as is or with coffee or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
- The center should remain slightly gooey for a true fudge texture.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serve with whipped cream or berries for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: flourless chocolate cake, gluten-free dessert, chocolate hazelnut cake, fudge cake, rich chocolate cake