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Flaky Chocolate Cake

Makes
Servings: 6 to 8
Ingredients
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Ingredients

Servings
6 servings
Amounts
  • 4 ounces (115 grams) semi or bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped or chips
  • 4 tablespoons (55 grams) unsalted butter, diced
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons cognac or brandy or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
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