September
21
Fudge Brownie Cake
We serve this cake in the evening during our community hour. It is one of our most requested recipes. Guests tell us this cake brings them sweet dreams!
Fudge Brownie Cake
Melt and let cool:
- 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
Cream together until fluffy:
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 1-1/2 sticks butter
Beat in:
- cooled chocolate (see above)
- 3 egg yolks (save the whites for next step)
- 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla
In separate bowl, beat until foamy
- 3 egg whites
Add and beat until stiff but not dry:
- 1/8 tsp. cream of tartar
Fold egg white mixture into chocolate mixture alternately with:
- 1/2 cup flour
Fold in:
- 1-1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Pour into buttered floured 9″ springform pan.
Bake at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes, just until center is almost firm when pressed gently.
Serve cooled with whipped cream.