Heavenly Chocolate Soufflé Cake

Health score
1%
Heavenly Chocolate Soufflé Cake
85 min.
12
406kcal

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Prepare to indulge in a truly heavenly dessert experience with this Chocolate Soufflé Cake. This exquisite creation is a chocolate lover's dream come true, offering a rich and indulgent treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth like no other. With a ready time of 85 minutes, it's a dessert that's worth the wait, and it serves a generous 12 people, making it perfect for dinner parties or special occasions.
The cake boasts a unique texture, combining the lightness of a soufflé with the decadence of a chocolate cake. The secret lies in the meticulous folding of egg whites into the chocolate mixture, creating a delicate balance between airy and rich. The result is a cake that's both fluffy and moist, with a subtle crunch from the semisweet chocolate chunks that adorn its top.
The caloric content of this dessert is substantial, with a majority of its calories coming from fat, followed by carbohydrates and a modest amount from protein. This is a dessert that's meant to be savored, offering a rich, indulgent experience that will leave you feeling thoroughly satisfied.
Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Chocolate Soufflé Cake is a recipe that will impress. It's a dessert that showcases your culinary skills and your appreciation for the finer things in life. So, gather your ingredients, follow the steps, and get ready to create a dessert that's truly out of this world.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon butter 
  • 0.3 cup bittersweet chocolate 
  • 1.7 cups bittersweet chocolate 
  • 0.3 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  •  eggs separated
  • 0.3 cup evaporated milk fat-free
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • 12 servings peppermint candies hard crushed
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup whipping cream (heavy)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325F. Grease springform pan, 9x2 1/2 inches, with shortening. In 2-quart heavy saucepan, heat 1 cup of the chocolate chunks and 1/2 cup butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until melted. Cool 5 minutes. Stir in flour until smooth. Stir in egg yolks until well blended.
  2. In large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar with electric mixer on high speed until foamy. Beat in 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until soft peaks form. Fold about 1/4 of the egg whites into chocolate mixture; fold chocolate mixture into egg whites.
  3. Spread in pan.
  4. Sprinkle 2/3 cup chocolate chunks evenly over top.
  5. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean (top will appear dry and cracked). Cool 10 minutes.
  6. Remove side of pan; leave cake on pan bottom. Cool completely on wire rack.
  7. Just before serving, in 1-quart saucepan, heat 1/3 cup chocolate chunks, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar and the milk over medium heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and mixture boils.
  8. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 teaspoon butter.
  9. In chilled small bowl, beat all Sweetened Whipped Cream ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  10. Place cake on serving plate.
  11. Drizzle servings of cake with sauce.
  12. Serve with whipped cream.
  13. Sprinkle with candies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories406kcal
Protein5.06%
Fat61.55%
Carbs33.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.77
Glycemic Load
11.45
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.0173912683259%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:406.34kcal
20.32%
Fat:27.99g
43.07%
Saturated Fat:13.31g
83.19%
Carbohydrates:34.17g
11.39%
Net Carbohydrates:31.7g
11.53%
Sugar:25.19g
27.99%
Cholesterol:80.24mg
26.75%
Sodium:126.11mg
5.48%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Caffeine:25.08mg
8.36%
Protein:5.18g
10.36%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.38%
Copper:0.39mg
19.31%
Vitamin A:743.66IU
14.87%
Magnesium:57.2mg
14.3%
Selenium:9.51µg
13.59%
Phosphorus:134.9mg
13.49%
Iron:2.38mg
13.22%
Fiber:2.47g
9.9%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.83%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.26%
Potassium:240.81mg
6.88%
Calcium:56.92mg
5.69%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.46%
Folate:17.73µg
4.43%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.27%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.23%
Vitamin D:0.62µg
4.11%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.88%
Vitamin B3:0.59mg
2.94%
Vitamin K:2.83µg
2.69%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.38%