La Bete Noire

Gluten Free
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La Bete Noire
45 min.
16
304kcal

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If you're looking for an exquisite dessert that’s both decadent and gluten-free, look no further than La Bête Noire. This exquisite chocolate cake is a delightful treat that has captured the hearts of many dessert lovers. With its rich, velvety texture and intense chocolate flavor, this cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a dinner party, birthday celebration, or a cozy night in with friends.

What makes La Bête Noire truly special is its lush ganache topping, which perfectly complements the rich chocolate base. Imagine serving slices of this sumptuous cake with a dollop of light whipped cream on the side—it’s pure indulgence! Even better, it’s surprisingly simple to make, taking only about 45 minutes of hands-on time while impressing your guests with its elegant presentation.

This dessert not only looks stunning but is also a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal starter or appetizer at your next gathering. With 16 servings, it’s perfect for sharing, and each bite delivers an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone asking for more. So why not take a break from traditional baked goods and treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of this gluten-free wonder? You won't be disappointed!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter unsalted diced (1 stick plus 1 tablespoon)
  • large eggs 
  • cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 16 servings lightly whipped cream sweetened
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate unsweetened chopped (not )
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • roasting pan
  • cake form
  • aluminum foil
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 10-inch-diameter springform pan. Line bottom of pan with parchment round; butter parchment. Wrap 3 layers of heavy-duty foil around outside of pan, bringing foil to top of rim.
  2. Combine 1 cup water and sugar in small saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Melt butter in large saucepan over low heat.
  5. Add chocolate and whisk until smooth.
  6. Whisk sugar syrup into chocolate; cool slightly.
  7. Add eggs to chocolate mixture and whisk until well blended.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  9. Place cake pan in large roasting pan.
  10. Add enough hot water to roasting pan to come halfway up sides of cake pan.
  11. Bake cake until center no longer moves when pan is gently shaken, about 50 minutes.
  12. Remove from water bath; transfer to rack. Cool completely in pan.
  13. Bring whipping cream to simmer in small saucepan over medium heat.
  14. Remove from heat.
  15. Add chocolate and whisk until smooth.
  16. Pour over top of cake still in pan. Gently shake pan to distribute ganache evenly over top of cake. Refrigerate cake in pan until ganache is set, about 2 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.
  17. Run knife around pan sides to loosen cake; release sides.
  18. Cut cake into wedges and serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories304kcal
Protein5.22%
Fat71.7%
Carbs23.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.38
Glycemic Load
6.54
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.069565170485%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:303.77kcal
15.19%
Fat:24.55g
37.77%
Saturated Fat:14.63g
91.41%
Carbohydrates:17.78g
5.93%
Net Carbohydrates:16.65g
6.05%
Sugar:16.15g
17.94%
Cholesterol:124.89mg
41.63%
Sodium:39.46mg
1.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:12.19mg
4.06%
Protein:4.02g
8.04%
Vitamin A:741.3IU
14.83%
Selenium:7.53µg
10.75%
Copper:0.2mg
9.82%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.7%
Phosphorus:84.5mg
8.45%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.36%
Magnesium:28.54mg
7.14%
Iron:1.25mg
6.92%
Vitamin D:0.73µg
4.87%
Fiber:1.13g
4.54%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.42%
Calcium:42.03mg
4.2%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.83%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.77%
Potassium:122.45mg
3.5%
Folate:9.64µg
2.41%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.11%
Vitamin K:2.1µg
2%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious