2 Ingredient Healthier No Bake Chocolate Cake

Name: 2 Ingredient Healthier No Bake Chocolate Cake
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups (443 g) dark bittersweet chocolate chips, 60% cocoa (see note before starting); 1 1/2 cups (357 g) unsweetened applesauce (room temperature)

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This no bake 2-ingredient chocolate cake transforms just two simple ingredients into a show-stopping dessert. It’s egg-free, flourless, gluten-free and made with healthier ingredients. The cake has a smooth, creamy and velvety texture.

Ingredients

2 3/4 cups (443 g) dark bittersweet chocolate chips, 60% cocoa (see note before starting)

1 1/2 cups (357 g) unsweetened applesauce (room temperature)

Instructions

Spray the interior of a 7-inch springform pan with cooking oil spray. Line the bottom and sides with parchment paper. I line my bottom with a slightly larger parchment round (8 inch instead of 7 inch) so that I have something to grip later to help move the cake. And I cut long strips of parchment paper for the sides.
Add chocolate chips to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between with a spatula, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, you could do this over low heat in a double boiler on the stove.
Transfer the melted chocolate to a blender and also add in the applesauce. Blend on high speed until smooth and uniform. I recommend starting at low speed and gradually increasing to high. You shouldn't need to blend too long (less than 1 minute) so that you don’t overwork the chocolate. The goal is to mix the two until uniform and also break down the applesauce further for a smoother cake.
Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with an offset spatula.
Put in the fridge to set about 3-4 hours or ideally overnight. Once cake is set, carefully release it from the cake pan and peel off the parchment paper on the sides. You can leave the bottom sheet of parchment on temporarily to help move the cake onto a plate (or cake stand if you plan on decorating). Slice the cake with a sharp knife. Because the cake is very rich, we recommend cutting thin slices (the cake in the photos is cut into more generous slices). Store uneaten cake in the fridge in an airtight container.

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