Description
A delightful dessert that combines almond flour and rich chocolate for a soft, gooey cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups (150g) almond flour
- 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 4 oz (115g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Fresh berries (optional, for serving)
- A handful of chopped almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate fondant center by melting dark chocolate in heated heavy cream. Stir until smooth, then cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs one at a time, beating well. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
- In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan, add the cooled chocolate fondant in the center, then cover it with the remaining batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the top is golden. A toothpick should come out clean from the edges, but the center should be gooey.
- Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar and optional garnishes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days or in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: almond cake, chocolate fondant, dessert, baking, easy recipes