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Ingredients
- 6 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier or other orange-flavored liqueur
- 1 tablespoon orange grated zest
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- Lightly sweetened whipped cream
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 328g | |
| Calories 1021 | |
| Calories from Fat 375 | 37% |
| Total Fat 42.17g | 53% |
| Saturated Fat 20.94g | 84% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 898mg | 299% |
| Sodium 158mg | 7% |
| Potassium 227mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 126.79g | 34% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 3% |
| Sugars 101.73g | 68% |
| Protein 21.34g | 34% |
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