Do you want to make a fluffy and delicious chocolate cake without butter? This recipe is the perfect solution! Thanks to the use of vegetable oil and water, the dough remains incredibly soft and light, without compromising on the intense taste of melted dark chocolate.
Easy and quick to prepare, you can make it with electric mixers or, for an even more practical result, rely on the Monsieur Cuisine Smart, which kneads everything for you in just a few minutes. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or as a dessert after a meal, this cake will win everyone over at the first bite.
Follow the step-by-step recipe and discover the version with the Monsieur Cuisine Smart to make it even simpler!
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 8 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Electric Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for a 9-inch cake pan
- 3.5 oz Dark Chocolate
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 3 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Water
- 2/3 cup Sunflower Oil
- Vanilla Essence (or your preferred flavor)
- 1 3/4 cups All-purpose Flour
- 1 packet Baking Powder
- Butter or Oil (for greasing the pan)
- to taste Powdered Sugar
Tools
- 1 Cake Pan Springform 9-inch
- Mixer Kenwood Prospero KM280
- Spoon
- Spatula
- Sieve
Preparation
Grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or oil and flour it thoroughly, or line the bottom with parchment paper and only grease the sides.
Break the dark chocolate into pieces and melt it in a double boiler or microwave at 20-second intervals, stirring each time to prevent burning.
In a large bowl or mixer, whisk the eggs with the sugar until you obtain a light and foamy mixture.
Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl and set them aside.
Reduce the mixer speed and slowly add the water, oil, and vanilla essence. Mix until you achieve a homogeneous mixture.
Gradually add the sifted flour and baking powder, mixing gently to avoid lumps.
Pour the melted chocolate into the mixture and blend well until you achieve a smooth and uniform batter.
Pour the batter into the cake pan, smooth it with a spatula, and bake in a preheated static oven at 340°F for about 40-45 minutes. Check the doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake: if it comes out dry, it’s ready.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before removing it from the mold. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
This fluffy chocolate cake without butter is perfect for those looking for a light, simple, and quick dessert. With its soft texture and intense chocolate flavor, it will win everyone over, adults and children alike! Moreover, it is an excellent base for customization with creams, glazes, or fresh fruit.
If you want an extra touch of indulgence, serve it with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of cream. Try it and let me know what you think!
1. Prepare the cake pan
Grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or oil and flour it thoroughly, or line the bottom with parchment paper and only grease the sides.
2. Melt the chocolate
Break the dark chocolate into pieces and melt it in the microwave at 20-second intervals, stirring each time to prevent burning. Set aside.
3. Whisk the eggs with the sugar
Insert the butterfly whisk into the bowl of the Monsieur Cuisine Smart. Add the eggs and sugar, then run at speed 4 for 3 minutes until you get a light and foamy mixture.
4. Add the liquids
Remove the butterfly whisk. Add the water, oil, and vanilla essence. Mix at speed 4 for 20 seconds.
5. Incorporate the dry ingredients
Sift the flour and baking powder, then add them to the bowl. Set at speed 4 for 30 seconds, scraping if necessary to mix well.
6. Add the melted chocolate
Pour the melted chocolate and mix at speed 4 for 20 seconds until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous dough.
7. Bake
Pour the mixture into the cake pan, smooth it with a spatula, and bake in a preheated static oven at 340°F for 40-45 minutes. Check the doneness with a toothpick: if it comes out dry, the cake is ready.
8. Cool and decorate
Let the cake cool completely before unmolding. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Video with the Monsieur Cuisine Smart
Video with the Monsieur Cuisine Smart
FAQ – Fluffy Chocolate Cake Without Butter
Can I make the cake in advance?
Of course! The cake can be stored for 2-3 days in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge to keep it fresher.
Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Yes, but the cake will be sweeter. If you prefer a less intense chocolate flavor, you can slightly reduce the amount of sugar.
How can I make it even more delicious?
You can add chocolate chips to the batter, fill it with chocolate cream, or serve it with a scoop of ice cream!
The fluffy chocolate cake without butter is the perfect solution for those who want a light yet flavorful dessert. Easy to prepare with a few ingredients and without butter, it remains incredibly soft thanks to vegetable oil and water. You can make it with electric mixers or rely on the Monsieur Cuisine Smart for an even faster and more practical preparation.
Perfect to enjoy at breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, you can serve it simply with powdered sugar or make it even more delicious with a bit of whipped cream or ice cream. Try it and let me know in the comments if you liked it!
