Chocolate Bar-Style Flourless Chocolate Torte
A rich, dense flourless chocolate torte with a glossy ganache glaze, inspired by the decadent chocolate desserts of Jacksonville’s Chocolate Bar. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 48 minutes layers chopped bittersweet chocolate, unsalted butter, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 490 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 225 g, chopped bittersweet chocolate
- 170 g unsalted butter
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 4 large, room temperature eggs
- 2 tbsp, plus extra for dusting unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 100 g, chopped (for ganache) dark chocolate
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, melt 225 g chopped bittersweet chocolate with 170 g unsalted butter, stirring until smooth and glossy; remove from heat.
- Step 3: Whisk 200 g granulated sugar into the chocolate mixture until combined.
- Step 4: Add 4 large eggs one at a time, whisking vigorously after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 6: Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25-28 minutes until the edges are set but center still slightly soft.
- Step 7: Remove cake from oven and cool in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Step 8: For ganache, heat 120 ml heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until simmering; pour over 100 g chopped dark chocolate in a bowl and let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Step 9: Pour ganache evenly over cooled torte and let set at room temperature for 1 hour before serving. Dust with cocoa powder if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate Bar-Style Flourless Chocolate Torte take to make?
Total time is about 48 minutes (20 min prep + 28 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Chocolate Bar-Style Flourless Chocolate Torte?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chocolate Bar-Style Flourless Chocolate Torte?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chocolate Bar-Style Flourless Chocolate Torte for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chocolate Bar-Style Flourless Chocolate Torte?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
