Chocolate Egg White Cake

Chocolate Egg White Cake – a delicious and easy-to-make recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 40-45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Servings: 8-10 servings

Are you looking for a light, slightly sophisticated dessert with an irresistible taste? Then, the chocolate egg white cake is the perfect choice. This recipe will not only bring a wonderful aroma to your kitchen but will also surprise everyone who gets to taste it. The secret ingredient I learned from Gabi, powdered milk, makes the texture of this cake incredibly fine and moist.

A bit of history
The cake has deep-rooted origins in culinary tradition, being popular in many cultures around the world. From simple cakes to those with enriched flavors, recipes have evolved over time, with each region having its own variations. In this recipe, the unused egg whites from other dishes help us reduce food waste, while the chocolate adds a decadent touch.

Necessary ingredients:
- 300 g egg whites (about 10 egg whites)
- 200 g sugar
- 100 g butter (at room temperature)
- 150 g flour
- 100 g powdered milk
- 1 baking powder
- 1-2 tablespoons rum essence (to taste)
- 50 g dark chocolate (cut into small cubes)

Step-by-step preparation:

1. Preparing the ingredients: Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature. This is essential for achieving a uniform mixture. Soft butter will incorporate more easily with the other ingredients.

2. Butter cream: In a large bowl, add the soft butter and sugar. Use an electric mixer to beat them together until you achieve a fluffy cream, pale white in color. Add the rum essence and mix well.

3. Mixing dry ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, powdered milk, and baking powder. Make sure to mix well to prevent clumping. This combination will provide structure and moisture to the cake.

4. Beating the egg whites: In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt. It is important that the bowl is clean to achieve stiff peaks. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.

5. Combining ingredients: Take a portion of the beaten egg whites and gently fold it into the butter mixture using a spatula. It is essential to mix carefully, using up-and-down motions to avoid losing the air incorporated into the egg whites.

6. Adding chocolate: Finally, add the cut dark chocolate to the cake mixture and mix gently.

7. Preparing the pan: Grease a bundt pan or a regular cake pan with oil and dust with flour. This step is important to prevent the cake from sticking.

8. Baking: Pour the mixture into the pan and level the surface. Place the pan in a preheated oven at 180°C and bake for 40-45 minutes. Check the cake using a toothpick; if it comes out clean, the dessert is ready.

9. Cooling: Once the cake is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then, turn it out onto a platter and let it cool completely.

10. Serving: Finally, dust the cake with powdered sugar for an elegant look. You can serve it alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or with warm chocolate sauce for a delicious contrast.

Nutritional benefits
This egg white cake is an excellent source of protein due to the egg whites, and the dark chocolate adds valuable antioxidants. Using powdered milk not only improves the texture but also provides an additional source of calcium.

Frequently asked questions:
- Can I use other types of chocolate? Absolutely! You can experiment with white chocolate, milk chocolate, or even flavored chocolate.
- How can I store the cake? It stores well in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or can be frozen for later enjoyment.
- Why is it important to beat the egg whites separately? Beating the egg whites creates a fluffy structure, making the cake lighter and airier.

Possible variations
To give the cake a personal touch, you can add chopped nuts or almonds to the mixture, or replace the rum essence with vanilla or orange essence. You can also try adding dried fruits for a distinctive flavor.

This chocolate egg white cake is a simple and quick recipe, perfect for impressing friends and family. Enjoy every moment spent in the kitchen and remember that in cooking, the most beautiful memories are created with love and passion! Enjoy your meal!