Mixing the filling is easier if you ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. It yields a smoother batter, allowing everything to mix quicker and easier.
Use a sugar thermometer to make sure the filling reaches 83°C. This is important to make sure the yolks have fully coagulated, leading to a thicker, custard-like consistency, so you get the desired texture in your filling.
Our gluten-free Easter cake looks elegant and luxurious, and it is easy to make. If you want to know more about this chocolate delight, keep reading below.
Almonds
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100 ml |
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Almond paste
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200 g |
Butter
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100 g |
Eggs
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2 |
Dark chocolate
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200 g |
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Butter
|
150 g |
Double cream
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200 ml |
Sugar
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250 ml |
Egg yolks
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4 |
Celebrate Easter with a splendid gluten-free dessert. A chocolate and almond cake with all the best, dark chocolate flavours and a delightful texture. Its slightly crunchy, nutty base contrasts beautifully with the smooth, creamy chocolate filling. Each bite is a complex and irresistible experience, with the base providing a satisfying bite and the filling offering a rich, melt-in-your-mouth quality.
The foundation of this exquisite cake is a blend of finely chopped almonds and almond paste, offering a rich and nutty flavour that sets it apart from other cakes. The base is not only delicious, but also gluten-free since it does not have flour, giving it a distinct flavour and texture. The combination of almonds and almond paste creates a moist, dense texture that perfectly complements the chocolate filling.
The heart of this cake lies in its lavish chocolate filling, enriched with browned butter. This filling is a velvety blend of dark chocolate and double cream, made even more irresistible with the addition of flavourful, browned butter. The nutty, caramelised butter notes elevate the chocolate flavour, creating a filling that is rich, smooth, and utterly decadent.
This pure chocolate indulgence is the perfect finale for your Easter feast. Its elegant appearance and sumptuous flavour make it a standout dessert that will be remembered for a long time. Whether you host a large gathering or a family meal, this cake will add a touch of sophistication and joy to your Easter table. It is also ideal if you are busy making other treats for the dessert table, as you can easily make it the day before. If you need more inspiration for Easter cakes, try our layered meringue cake with raspberry and rhubarb, no-bake Easter cheesecake with chocolate eggs on top, or moist banana Easter cupcakes with frosting. They are sure to complement your chocolate Easter cake for a luxurious dessert table.
Embellish this already stunning cake with your favourite Easter decorations. Decorative eggs and chocolate nests are easy ways to add a festive touch. The cake is elegantly simple, making it the perfect blank canvas for your creativity. Eggs are always a good choice, so try different versions and sizes, mixing colourful mini eggs with bigger ones made of chocolate, marzipan, or almonds. You can also opt for homemade decorations. Use Easter-themed cookie cutters, such as eggs, chickens, bunnies, and carrots, to create marzipan decorations. You can also shape marzipan chicks as we do in this recipe for Easter chocolate cake. Finally, you can sprinkle edible gold dust or decorate with colourful icing to add a touch of elegance.