Description

This peanut butter flourless chocolate cake is a rich, fudgy, and naturally gluten-free dessert that blends deep chocolate flavor with creamy peanut butter. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this easy flourless cake recipe delivers an indulgent, bakery-quality treat with minimal ingredients.

Ingredients

200g (7 oz) dark chocolate
115g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
3 large eggs
100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Cocoa powder (for dusting)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Melt dark chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
Remove from heat and whisk in the peanut butter until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and slightly pale.
Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
Add vanilla extract and salt, mixing until smooth.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until edges are set and center remains slightly soft.
Cool completely in the pan before removing.
Dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

The center should remain slightly soft for a fudgy texture.Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.Let the cake cool fully to help it set properly.