Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistibly delicious chocolate cake recipe. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply satisfying a chocolate craving, this cake is the ultimate treat. With layers of moist chocolate biscuit, a creamy dark chocolate filling, and a luscious glaze, this cake will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
For the Biscuit:
- 2 eggs
- 250g (1 1/4 cups) sugar
- 280ml (1 1/5 cups) milk
- 60ml (1/2 cup) oil
- 60g (1/2 cup) butter
- 240g (2 cups) cake flour
- 55g (1/3 cup) cocoa
- 10g (2 teaspoons) baking soda
- 3g (1/3 teaspoon) salt
- 12ml (0.06 cups) vinegar
For the Filling:
- 340ml (1 1/3 cups) whipping cream
- 120g (1 cup) dark chocolate
For the Glaze:
- 80g (1/2 cup) dark chocolate
- 100ml (2/5 cup) hot whipped cream
For Decoration:
- Chocolate Sprinkles
Instructions
Preparing the Filling:
- In a bowl, place the hot whipping cream over the dark chocolate.
- Mix them together until well combined.
- Whip the cream and incorporate the chocolate mixture. Set it aside for later.
Making the Biscuits:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake flour, cocoa, sugar, salt, and baking soda. Mix these dry ingredients.
- Pour in the milk and oil, then add the butter and eggs.
- Stir the mixture thoroughly.
- Add the vinegar and mix it gently.
- Pour the batter into a springform pan.
- Bake the cake at 180°C for about 20 minutes.
- Once baked, cut the biscuit into three equal parts.
Assembling the Cake:
- In a springform pan, place one layer of the biscuit.
- Spread a portion of the filling over the biscuit.
- Repeat this process three times.
- Save some filling for later use.
- Refrigerate the cake for some time to set.
Preparing the Glaze:
- In a bowl, add the hot whipped cream to the dark chocolate.
- Mix them until you have a smooth glaze.
- Pour this glaze over the cake.
- After a while, remove the cake from the pan.
- Spread the saved filling on the sides of the cake.
- Add chocolate sprinkles to the sides for decoration.
Serving and Enjoying:
- Cut the cake into slices.
- Serve and savor every delightful bite of your homemade chocolate cake.
Conclusion
There you have it, a mouthwatering Chocolate Cake that’s perfect for any occasion or when you just need a sweet treat. The combination of moist biscuit, rich chocolate filling, and a glossy glaze will surely satisfy your dessert cravings.
So, go ahead and enjoy this delightful creation with friends and family. Your Chocolate Cake will not only be a treat for your taste buds but also a special addition to any gathering or celebration.