Inspired by the old-school, ultra-rich, mousselike chocolate cake that usually called for a whole pound of chocolate, half a dozen eggs and lots of butter, this enlightened rendition has deep bittersweet chocolate flavor and dense melt-in-your-mouth texture. No one will guess it's healthier. The secret is excellent natural cocoa powder and good-quality bittersweet chocolate, preferably with 70% cacao. Although the cake can be eaten once it's completely cool, it comes out of the pan much easier and even tastes better if it has been chilled at least overnight.
7 ounces 60-70% bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped (about 1 1/3 cups)
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably natural (see Note)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2/3 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup nonfat or low-fat milk
2 large egg yolks, at room temperature (see Tip)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large egg whites, at room temperature
⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar
2-3 oranges
½ cup sugar
¼ cup water
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