Extreme Dark Chocolate Cake

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   1. Line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350 F/177 C.

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   2. Combine water and 1/2 cup of the sugar and bring to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. When it hits a boil remove from the heat, add chocolate and stir until the chocolate is completely melted. Stir in the butter until melted. Let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes.

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   3. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl using a whisk attachment, whip the eggs, the remaining sugar, and vanilla extract until is has reached maximum volume. This process should take about 10 minutes.

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   4. Gently fold the chocolate into the egg mixture.

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   5. Pour into prepared cake pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted comes out clean. Remove pan from oven and set on a rack.

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   6. Cool then wrap in plastic wrap (with the cake still in the pan) and refrigerate overnight so it's easier to work with for decorating.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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