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Bolo de Chocolate da Nigella

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 420
A rich and moist chocolate cake inspired by Nigella's classic recipe, perfect for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2 large eggs
  • 175 grams unsalted butter (melted)
  • 10 mL vanilla extract
  • 80 mL plain yogurt
  • 275 grams sugar (crystal)
  • 200 grams all-purpose flour
  • 3 g baking soda
  • 50 g cocoa powder (100% cacao)
  • 125 mL boiling water
  • 175 grams bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
  • 10 g cocoa powder (for topping)
  • 125 mL water
  • 100 g sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a loaf pan with foil.
  • Mix all ingredients except boiling water and chocolate until smooth.
  • Add boiling water gradually, blending until uniform. Optionally, reserve some chocolate for topping.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Simmer water and cocoa for 7-10 minutes to make a thick syrup. Poke holes in the cake and pour the syrup over. Cool and top with chocolate shavings.

Notes

Use good quality chocolate for best flavor. Let the cake rest before slicing for easier serving.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Brazilian
Keyword: chocolate