Rich, gooey Swedish easy chocolate cake ready in just a total of 16 minutes.
If you love rich chocolate desserts but don’t want a complicated recipe, Swedish kladdkaka is about to become your new favorite cake.
This traditional Swedish chocolate cake is famous for its crispy top and irresistibly gooey center. Somewhere between a brownie and a molten cake, kladdkaka is incredibly easy to make and requires just a handful of ingredients.
Even better? The whole cake bakes in just 12 minutes.
In Sweden, kladdkaka is often served during fika—the beloved coffee break tradition—usually with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Once you try it, you’ll understand why it’s one of Sweden’s most popular homemade desserts. Make sure to also check out our Quick & Simple Cheescake Recipe or The Best 2 Ingredient Chocolate Cake Recipe.
Ingredients
- 150 g butter
- 100 g dark chocolate
- 3 eggs
- 180 g sugar
- 75 g ColaCao (or any drinking chocolate / chocolate a la taza)
- 90 g flour
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Melt the butter and dark chocolate together in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Stir until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix the eggs and sugar. Stir until combined — do not whip.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture to the bowl and mix until smooth.
- Stir in ColaCao, flour, salt, and vanilla extract until the batter is fully combined.
- Pour the batter into a buttered 22–24 cm cake pan.
- Bake for 12 minutes.
The edges should be set while the center remains soft and gooey. This easy chocolate cake will be a success in any party.
Serving Suggestions
Kladdkaka is best served slightly warm with:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh raspberries
- Vanilla ice cream
- A dusting of powdered sugar
Tips for the Perfect Kladdkaka
- Do not overbake. The center should stay slightly sticky.
- Use good quality dark chocolate for a deeper flavor.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before slicing so it sets properly.
If you try this easy chocolate cake, let us know! 🩵
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