{"id":7019,"date":"2023-12-02T18:48:23","date_gmt":"2023-12-03T01:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.happysimpleliving.com\/?p=7019"},"modified":"2025-01-02T09:15:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T16:15:16","slug":"mini-flourless-chocolate-cakes-with-ganache-frosting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.happysimpleliving.com\/mini-flourless-chocolate-cakes-with-ganache-frosting\/","title":{"rendered":"Mini Flourless Chocolate Cakes with Ganache Frosting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I recently baked these Mini Flourless Chocolate Cakes<\/strong> for an engagement party, and they’re a testament to the beauty of simplicity. By omitting the flour and relying on a combination of high-quality chocolate and just a few simple ingredients, these cakes will have you swooning from the first bite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The rich flavor of the chocolate is elevated even further by the velvety smoothness of the chocolate ganache glaze, creating a dessert experience that is nothing short of extraordinary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We served these little cakes with Mini Raspberry Custard Tarts<\/a> and Strawberry Mini Cheesecakes<\/a>. The party guests loved having bite-sized treats that were easy to pick up and enjoy with their champagne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whether you’re planning a dinner party, a special occasion, or simply craving a little something indulgent, these baby flourless chcolate cakes are the perfect easy dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more miniature versions of popular desserts, check out our roundup of best mini dessert recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Why You’ll Love These Little Chocolate Cakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Decadent Flavor:<\/strong> These mini cakes make chocolate lovers so happy! The combination of the moist, fudgy little cakes with chocolate ganache glaze is absolutely irresistible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy to Make:<\/strong> Don’t be fooled by their elegant appearance—these Mini Flourless Chocolate Cakes are surprisingly easy to make and bake in about 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Miniature and Adorable:<\/strong> Baked in individual portions, these petite desserts are bite sized and perfect for parties and celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gluten-Free:<\/strong> If you have gluten sensitivities or dietary restrictions, these mini chocolate cakes are completely flourless, making them a delightful treat that anyone can enjoy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Ingredients Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Here’s what you’ll need to make these little cakes: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips<\/strong> – This should be half of a typical bag. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/strong> – I like unsalted butter best, because you can control the salt content and season to your liking. If you only have salted butter, eliminate the pinch of salt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 1\/2 tablespoons cornstarch<\/strong> – adds structure to the cakes without flour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 large eggs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

pinch salt<\/strong> – fine sea salt dissolves best in this recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equipment Needed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to kitchen equipment you probably already have like bowls, a spatula and cooling rack, here’s what you’ll need to make these miniature cakes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mini muffin pans<\/strong> – This recipe was developed and tested with small mini muffin pans<\/a>. Each finished cake is about the size of a silver dollar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baking liners<\/strong> – The small mini muffin liners<\/a> fit just right in the mini muffin tins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step by Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and put mini paper liners in each cup of 2 mini muffin pans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Put the butter and semisweet chocolate chips in a medium heatproof bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Stir with a spatula, and return to the microwave and heat on high for 30 seconds. Stir and repeat, if necessary, until mixture is smooth. Reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stir the salt and cornstarch into the melted chocolate until they are well combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Crack the eggs in the bowl of a stand mixer or a medium bowl with electric mixer. Beat high speed until they are pale yellow and foamy, about 3 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pour one-third of the beaten egg mixture into the chocolate and gently stir until fully incorporated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Repeat this process two more times until all of the egg mixture is combined with the chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fill each cup halfway with the chocolate batter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bake the cakes until they are set on the outside but still soft in the middle, about 8 to 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cool on a wire rack to room temperature. Top each mini cake with a spoonful of Chocolate Ganache Icing. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Make Chocolate Ganache with Half and Half<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Can you make chocolate ganache with half and half instead of cream? Yes, and the formula is perfect for glazing these little chocolate cakes because it’s not as thick as a cream-based ganache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s what you’ll need: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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