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Nutritional Values
500kcal
6gProtein
48gCarbs
32gFat
5gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Swiss Chocolate Cake
How to order / say it
Say it
Schokolade Kuchen — [SHOH-koh-lah-deh KOO-khen]
Order
I'd like the Swiss chocolate cake, please.
Locally
Ich hätte gerne den Schokolade Kuchen, bitte.
Say locally
A rich, moist cake made with high-quality Swiss chocolate.
Why try it?
Schokolade Kuchen is a decadent treat reflecting the country's reputation for exceptional chocolate, emphasizing Zurich's skill in pastry and dessert crafts.
How it tastes
Dense and intensely chocolaty with a moist, tender crumb. The aroma of cocoa fills the air, often punctuated with a hint of vanilla.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
This cake style emerged as a popular dessert in Zurich by the late 19th century, showcasing Switzerland's burgeoning chocolate industry. It highlights the nation's mastery of chocolate making, from luxury goods to beloved local desserts.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🍯 200 g dark chocolate
- 🥛 200 g butter
- 🍯 150 g sugar
- 🌾 150 g flour
- 🥚 4 large eggs
- 🧂 1 tsp vanilla extract
Method
- 1 Melt chocolate and butter together.
- 2 Beat eggs and sugar until pale.
- 3 Fold in melted chocolate, flour, and vanilla.
- 4 Bake at 180°C for 25 minutes.
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