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Kladdkaka, the Swedish chocolate cake

Indulge in Kladdkaka: The Gooey Swedish Chocolate Cake

Experience the irresistible kladdkaka, a gooey Swedish chocolate cake perfect for indulgent moments.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup sugar Provides sweetness and moisture; sugar alternative can be used
  • 100 grams unsalted butter Adds richness; better control of saltiness
  • 2 large eggs Acts as a binder; no substitutes recommended
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour works as a substitute
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Imparts rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Kosher or sea salt preferred
For the Cheesecake Swirl (optional)
  • 200 grams cream cheese Make sure it’s softened
  • 0.5 cup sugar Adjust according to sweetness preference
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the mixture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use the same pure vanilla for consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 24 cm springform pan
  • sifter
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Prepare your springform pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Sift the flour and cocoa powder into the egg mixture and gently fold them together.
  4. Melt unsalted butter and let it cool, then fold it into the batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake in the oven for about 17 minutes, checking around 15 minutes.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain a gooey texture. Quality ingredients enhance the flavor of your kladdkaka.

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