Simca’s Passover Gateau Au Chocolat

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Simca’s Passover Gateau Au Chocolat: A Decadent Chocolate Cake for Passover
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Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb bittersweet chocolate
4 ounces unsalted butter
6 eggs , separated
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup ground almonds
matzo cake meal ( for cake pan )
1/2 cup blanched slivered almond
3 1/2 ounces sweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter , cut into bits

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
480
Sugar
29g
Fat
38g
Simca’s Passover Gateau Au Chocolat is a decadent chocolate cake that is perfect for Passover or any special occasion. It is named after the famous cookbook author, Simca Beck, and is made with bittersweet chocolate, unsalted butter, eggs, sugar, and ground almonds. This recipe is gluten-free, making it perfect for Passover or those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. The cake has a dense, fudgy texture and is only moderately sweet. It is finished with a sweet chocolate-coffee glaze that is perfectly balanced with the richness of the cake. This recipe is a bit finicky, but the result is worth it: a delicious cake with a subtle almond flavor and a rich chocolatey taste.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line it with parchment paper.
2.Melt the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter in a double boiler. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
3.In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar together until thick and pale.
4.Fold in the ground almonds and chocolate mixture until fully combined.
5.In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
6.Fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
7.Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and sprinkle the slivered almonds on top.
8.Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9.Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10.Once the cake is fully cooled, make the glaze by melting the sweet chocolate, coffee, and butter in a double boiler. Stir until smooth and let it cool for a few minutes.
11.Pour the glaze over the cake, spreading it evenly. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

PROS

This rich chocolate cake is the perfect dessert for Passover or any special occasion.

It has a dense, fudgy texture and is moderately sweet.

It is filled with ground almonds, making it gluten-free and perfect for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

CONS

This cake is relatively high in fat due to the eggs and chocolate.

It is also high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation.

It requires a bit of effort to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and fat content, this cake has some health benefits.
Dark chocolate has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
Almonds are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein.

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