Flourless Chocolate Cake

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 275F, with rack in center.

2. 2

   Butter a 9-inch springform pan.

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   Place butter and chocolate in a large heatproof bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of simmering water; heat until almost melted.

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   Remove from heat; stir until completely melted and combined.

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   Whisk in yolks.

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   In another bowl, beat egg whites to soft peaks with an electric mixer on medium-high speed.

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   Gradually add granulated sugar; beat until peaks are stiff and glossy.

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   Whisk one-fourth of whites into chocolate mixture; gently but thoroughly fold mixture into remaining whites.

9. 9

   Spread batter in prepared pan; smooth top.

10. 10

    Bake until cake pulls away from sides of pan and is just set in center, 45 to 50 minutes.

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    Cool completely on a wire rack.

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    Serve lightly dusted with confectioners sugar, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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