Flourless Chocolate Cake is a deep, dark and decadent gluten-free dessert rich in flavor, yet light on effort. Whisk it together in one bowl and bake it in the Instant Pot for that special someone, or just because.
Lightly grease a 7-inch springform pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with a parchment round.
Add butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips in large microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second bursts until melted, stirring in between.
Add sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and cocoa powder and whisk to combine.
Now add eggs, one egg at a time, whisking until fully combined.
Pour the batter into the springform pan and spread evenly. Cover the pan with aluminum foil. Pour 1 cup water into Instant Pot. Place a trivet with handles in the pot. Place the cake pan on the trivet. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing position. Select Pressure Cook or Cake preset, and set 45 minutes at high pressure.
Once the cooking is done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, followed by a manual pressure release. Remove the cake pan and let the cake cool to room temperature, about 1-2 hours.
Run a pairing knife around the edges of the pan. Open the spring and remove the sides. To release the cake from the bottom plate, slide a long knife between the paper and the round metal bottom piece.
Dust the cake with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh raspberries. Cut into slices and enjoy with a cup of coffee.
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Notes
Room temperature ingredients: For best results, remove the butter and eggs from the refrigerator 30-40 minutes before you're ready to bake.
Adjust sugar: If you prefer a sweeter cake, increase the quantity of sugar to ¾ cup.
Optional ganache topping: Elevate this cake for a special occasion by preparing a chocolate ganache. Microwave 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips with ½ cup heavy whipping cream in 30-second increments until the cream is hot and chocolate chips melt. Stir well into a smooth ganache. Spread it evenly on top of the cake.
Top with strawberries instead: Cut the strawberries in half and place the halves cut side down all around the edges of the cake.
Note: The nutrition facts below are my estimates. If you are following any diet plan, I recommend cross-checking with your preferred nutrition calculator.