Rich and Moist Tofu Chocolate Gateau

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   [A] Sift the plain flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder together.

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   Cut the baking chocolate into small pieces.

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   Then use a food processor to break it down into powder.

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   Microwave the tofu for 1 minute.

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   Remove the excess water and add to the food processor with the chocolate.

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   (The heat from the tofu will melt the chocolate.)

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   Microwave the soy milk until warm, then add it to the food processor little by little to continue melting the chocolate until it develops a nice, silky consistency.

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   Add the egg yolks into the food processor and mix.

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   This is the chocolate mixture base.

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    [B] Transfer the chocolate mixture base into a bowl.

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    Mix in [A] in two or three portions.

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    In another bowl, mix a pinch of sugar into the egg whites.

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    Whisk until there is a firm meringue peak.

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    Divide this meringue into 2 or 3 portions, then gradually combine with [B].

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    Combine very well when you add the first portion of meringue.

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    Then, gently fold in the rest of the meringue.

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    Pour the mixture into the baking paper-lined mold, tap the bottom of the mold to release air pockets that may be trapped in the mixture, and then smooth the surface.

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    Bake in an oven preheated to 350F/180C for about 35-40 minutes.

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    Cool and remove from the mold.

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    Sprinkle powdered sugar as a decoration.

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    I used a 12 cm round mold in this picture.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.