{"id":52162,"date":"2026-04-22T15:47:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T13:47:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/?p=52162"},"modified":"2026-04-22T15:50:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T13:50:34","slug":"easy-chocolate-cake-with-crackly-top","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/easy-chocolate-cake-with-crackly-top\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Chocolate Cake with a Crackly Top"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This <strong>decadent Chocolate Cake with a Crackly Top<\/strong> is one of those cakes you\u2019ll want to make on repeat. It\u2019s simple, quick to prepare, and always delivers the perfect result. Rich and intensely chocolatey, with a delicate crackly top and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-52125 size-full\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-de-cyril-lignac.jpg\" alt=\"Easy French chocolate cake with a crackly top, sliced to show the fudgy interior\" class=\"wp-image-52125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-de-cyril-lignac.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-de-cyril-lignac-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-de-cyril-lignac-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-de-cyril-lignac-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-de-cyril-lignac-585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rich and decadent French chocolate cake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u00a0French baking offers a wide variety of chocolate cakes, each with its own unique texture, making it easy to change things up and not serve the same dessert to your family every time. This French chocolate cake is very different from layered chocolate cakes filled with ganache. It is simple and quick to make, yet rich, intense, and deeply satisfying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect for an afternoon treat or an elegant dessert, this chocolate cake is delicious served with vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve already shared a <a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/french-chocolate-fondant-cake\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"25206\">chocolate mascarpone fondant cake<\/a> that went viral on social media, rich and dense, with a smooth, truffle-like texture that feels incredibly silky and creamy in every bite. I also love the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/fondant-baulois-the-best-chocolate-cake-ever\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"38000\">Fondant Baulois<\/a>, which is denser, deeply chocolatey, and slightly fudgy, with an intense flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-you-ll-love-about-this-chocolate-cake\">What You&#8217;ll Love About This Chocolate Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Perfect texture:<\/strong> Intensely chocolatey with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center. Made without baking powder, yet it rises beautifully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simple and budget-friendly:<\/strong> You only need a few basic ingredients, eggs, flour, sugar, butter, and chocolate, that you likely already have in your pantry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy and quick to make:<\/strong> All you need is a hand mixer or a whisk to beat the eggs and sugar. If using a whisk, just be ready for a little arm workout.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Foolproof:<\/strong> Even kids can make it, and the result is always perfect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-chef-cyril-lignac-1.jpeg\" alt=\"easy chocolate cake recipe with simple ingredients\" class=\"wp-image-52133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-chef-cyril-lignac-1.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-chef-cyril-lignac-1-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-chef-cyril-lignac-1-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-chef-cyril-lignac-1-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-chef-cyril-lignac-1-1170x1560.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/recette-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-chef-cyril-lignac-1-585x780.jpeg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-for-a-chocolate-cake-serves-8\">Ingredients for a Chocolate Cake (Serves 8)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">For a 20 cm (8-inch) round pan, 5 cm (2 inches) deep<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #f7e7d7;\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> You\u2019ll find the printable recipe card at the end of the post.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>200 g (7 oz) dark chocolate (55% cocoa) (see note)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>120 g (4.2 oz) unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 large eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>150 g (5.3 oz) granulated sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>80 g (2.8 oz) all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-note\">Ingredients Note<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The chocolate:<\/strong> Use chocolate with around 55% cocoa. If I don\u2019t have any on hand, I sometimes mix in a bit of milk chocolate to soften the flavor. In this recipe, for example, I used Valrhona Cara\u00efbe 66% dark chocolate combined with milk chocolate to balance the bitterness. I used 130 g (4.6 oz) of 66% dark chocolate and 70 g (2.5 oz) of milk chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, you can use any chocolate you like, but I personally prefer Valrhona or Cacao Barry, as they tend to be less sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The eggs:<\/strong> Make sure they are at room temperature so they whip well with the sugar. Without the shells, they weighed 248 g (8.7 oz) in total.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2250\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for a chocolate cake: eggs, butter, sugar, flour, and dark chocolate\" class=\"wp-image-52123\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac-1170x1755.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ingredient-moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-de-cyril-lignac-585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-this-chocolate-cake\"><strong>How to Make This Chocolate Cake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) on conventional (non-fan) setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Grease and flour a 20 cm (8-inch) round pan, about 2 inches deep. You can use a 22 cm (9-inch) pan, but the cake will be slightly less tall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Melt the chocolate (in chips or chopped into small pieces) with the butter cut into cubes, using a double boiler or the microwave. For the double boiler, place everything in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan with a little simmering water. Once melted and smooth, let it cool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Beat the eggs and sugar for about 10 minutes, until pale and tripled in volume. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Add the sifted flour in 3 to 4 additions, gently folding it in from the bottom up without whisking. Tap the whisk against the sides of the bowl from time to time.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat.jpg\" alt=\"Melting chocolate and butter and whipping eggs with sugar until pale and fluffy\" class=\"wp-image-52121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>6. Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture, cooled to lukewarm or cold, and fold it in the same way, gently, to avoid deflating the batter and keep it light and airy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Pour the batter into the pan, gently tap it on the counter, and smooth the top.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-1.jpg\" alt=\"Steps to make a chocolate cake: folding in melted chocolate, keeping the batter airy, and pouring it into a greased and floured pan\" class=\"wp-image-52122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/etapes-de-preparation-du-moelleux-au-chocolat-1-585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>8. <strong>Bake for 35 to 45 minutes.<\/strong> I used a smaller pan than recommended, so the cake took longer to bake as it was thicker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9. Check for doneness with a skewer inserted in the center. It should come out clean. If not, continue baking. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10. Remove the pan from the oven and let the cake rest for about 10 minutes before unmolding. Run a knife around the edges, then gently invert the cake onto a plate. Turn it over onto another plate carefully to avoid damaging the crackly top. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11. You can enjoy it slightly warm, but it\u2019s even better once completely cooled, and even more flavorful the next day without refrigerating it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac-.jpg\" alt=\"Freshly baked chocolate cake in the pan, straight from the oven\" class=\"wp-image-52126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac--200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac--683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac--768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac--1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac--1170x1755.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-de-cyril-lignac--585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-a-perfect-chocolate-cake\">Tips for a Perfect Chocolate Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the eggs out of the fridge at least one hour in advance so they come to room temperature, they will whip much better. If you are short on time, pour hot water into the mixing bowl, then dry it before adding the eggs. You can also place the bowl with the eggs and sugar over a pan of hot water off the heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0Whip the eggs and sugar for about 10 minutes, or longer, until the mixture is pale, thick, and has tripled in volume. It\u2019s better to whip longer than not enough, as this is what creates that beautiful crackly top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let the melted chocolate and butter cool slightly before adding them to avoid cooking the eggs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gently fold in the flour, then the chocolate-butter mixture, lifting the batter from the bottom up to avoid deflating it. This helps maintain its volume, allowing the cake to rise well even without baking powder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide.jpg\" alt=\"Slice of chocolate cake showing its melt-in-your-mouth texture\" class=\"wp-image-52131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-1170x1755.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-facile-et-rapide-585x878.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-this-decadent-chocolate-cake\">How to Store This Decadent Chocolate Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>At room temperature:<\/strong> Store the cake for 2 to 3 days in an airtight container or loosely covered with aluminum foil. It\u2019s even better the next day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>In the fridge:<\/strong> It will keep for up to one week in an airtight container to prevent it from absorbing other odors. Let it sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before serving, as the cold can make it firm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>In the freezer:<\/strong> You can freeze the cake whole or sliced, wrapped well in plastic wrap and placed in a zip-top bag. To thaw, let it sit at room temperature for a few hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-maison-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate cake sliced into wedges, revealing a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center\n\" class=\"wp-image-52128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-maison-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-maison-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-maison-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-maison-1170x1560.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-maison-585x780.jpg 585w, https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/moelleux-au-chocolat-maison.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-chocolate-cake-frequently-asked-questions\">Chocolate Cake \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Why didn\u2019t my chocolate cake rise?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>It\u2019s often due to the eggs not being whipped enough. You need to beat them well with the sugar until the mixture is pale, light, and has tripled in volume. This is what allows the cake to rise without any baking powder.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Why is my cake too dense?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>It\u2019s normal. This type of chocolate cake is not meant to be light and airy like a sponge cake, that\u2019s what gives it its signature soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. It\u2019s also made without baking powder.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Why doesn\u2019t my cake have a crackly top?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>It\u2019s most often due to the eggs and sugar not being whipped enough. You really need to beat them for a long time until the mixture is pale, thick, and airy. This is what creates that thin, crackly crust on top.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Can I substitute the chocolate?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes, you can use the chocolate of your choice. Chocolate with around 50% to 60% cocoa works best. You can also mix dark chocolate and milk chocolate for a milder flavor.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Why should I let the melted chocolate cool?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>If it\u2019s too hot, it can cook the eggs and ruin the texture. It should be slightly warm before being added.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>How should I serve this chocolate cake?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>It\u2019s delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with <a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/foolproof-creme-anglaise-recipe-classic-vanilla-custard-sauce\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"25266\">vanilla custard<\/a>, whipped cream, a scoop of<a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/creamy-vanilla-ice-cream-no-machine-needed\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"46122\"> ice cream<\/a>, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/easy-homemade-raspberry-coulis-recipe\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"36369\">fruit sauce<\/a> for an extra indulgent touch.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-chocolate-recipes-you-might-like\">More Chocolate Recipes You Might Like<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/very-fudgy-chocolate-brownie-recipe\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"46496\">Fudgy Brownies<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/recette-brownie-chocolat-et-courgette-sans-beurre.jpeg\" type=\"attachment\" id=\"24665\">Butterless Brownies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gateauetcuisinerachida.com\/en\/easy-brownie-cookies-recipe\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"46476\">Brownie Cookies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-52160\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"52160\" data-servings=\"8\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-recipe-new\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-circle\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 5px;border-style: groove;border-color: 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A simple recipe using everyday ingredients, serving 8.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 12px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-servings-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M10,0C9.4,0,9,0.4,9,1v4H7V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S5,0.4,5,1v4H3V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S1,0.4,1,1v8c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3v10c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V12c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3V1C11,0.4,10.6,0,10,0z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M19,0c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6v9c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h2v6c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V1C20,0.4,19.6,0,19,0z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">SERVING:<\/span><span 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class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Cakes, Snack<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">French<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">chocolate cake, french cake<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">Rachida<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"recipe-52160-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-52160-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"52160\" data-servings=\"8\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">INGREDIENTS<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #9B9B9B;\"><\/div>&nbsp;<div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-52160 wprm-unit-conversion-container-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"background-color: #fff9f9;border-color: #333333;color: #333333;border-radius: 3px;\"><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"52160\" style=\"background-color: #333333;color: #fff9f9;\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/button><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"52160\" style=\"background-color: #333333;color: #fff9f9;border-left: 1px solid #333333;\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/button><\/div>&nbsp;<div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-52160-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"8\" data-recipe=\"52160\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"8\" data-recipe=\"52160\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"8\" data-recipe=\"52160\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For a 20 cm (8-inch) round pan, 5 cm (2 inches) deep<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">200<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dark chocolate (55% cocoa)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">120<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">150<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">80<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"> all-purpose flour<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-52160-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-52160-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"52160\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">PREPARATION<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #9B9B9B;\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C)<\/strong> on conventional (non-fan) setting.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Grease and flour a 20 cm (8-inch) round pan, about 2 inches deep. You can use a 22 cm (9-inch) pan, but the cake will be slightly less tall.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Melt the chocolate (in chips or chopped into small pieces) with the butter cut into cubes, using a double boiler or the microwave. For the double boiler, place everything in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan with a little simmering water. Once melted and smooth, let it cool.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Beat the eggs and sugar for about 10 minutes, until pale and tripled in volume.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Add the sifted flour in 3 to 4 additions, gently folding it in from the bottom up without whisking. Tap the whisk against the sides of the bowl from time to time.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture, cooled to lukewarm or cold, and fold it in the same way, gently, to avoid deflating the batter and keep it light and airy.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Pour the batter into the pan, gently tap it on the counter, and smooth the top.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Bake for 35 to 45 minutes. I used a smaller pan than recommended, so the cake took longer to bake as it was thicker.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Check for doneness with a skewer inserted in the center. It should come out clean. If not, continue baking. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Remove the pan from the oven and let the cake rest for about 10 minutes before unmolding. Run a knife around the edges, then gently invert the cake onto a plate. Turn it over onto another plate carefully to avoid damaging the crackly top.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-52160-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">You can enjoy it slightly warm, but it\u2019s even better once completely cooled, and even more f<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Thank you for your visit and comments! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This decadent Chocolate Cake with a Crackly Top is one of those cakes you\u2019ll want to make on repeat. 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