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Kladdkaka, the Swedish chocolate cake

Decadent Kladdkaka: Unleash Your Sweet Tooth in 30 Minutes

Kladdkaka is a rich Swedish chocolate cake that combines a gooey center with a crispy crust in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider substituting with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 100 grams Unsalted Butter Adjust salt if using salted butter.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Flour Gluten-free flour can be tested.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Opt for dark cocoa for richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best aroma.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter.

Equipment

  • 24 cm springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a 24 cm springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together room temperature eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Sift the flour and cocoa powder into the wet mixture and fold until just combined.
  4. Melt the unsalted butter, let it cool slightly, and fold it into the mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the springform pan and bake for about 17 minutes.
  6. Let the Kladdkaka cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before releasing it from the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow Kladdkaka to cool completely for clean cuts and optimal gooiness. Customize with mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for variations.

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