Indulge your senses with the exquisite Best Ever Chocolate Cake from Sorrento, a culinary masterpiece that embodies the essence of Italian artistry. This decadent cake is a symphony of rich chocolate flavors, perfectly balanced with a hint of citrus and a tender, moist crumb. As you savor each bite, you'll be transported to the picturesque streets of Sorrento, surrounded by the vibrant colors and aromas of Italy.
This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this classic dessert. From the traditional Italian version, featuring a moist sponge cake and velvety chocolate ganache, to creative variations incorporating white chocolate, berries, and even a touch of espresso, these recipes cater to every palate and skill level.
Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, you'll find the perfect recipe here to create an unforgettable chocolate cake that will impress your family and friends. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delicious adventure that will leave you craving more.
BEST-EVER CHOCOLATE CAKE
You can't miss with this delightful old-fashioned dessert. It's truly the best ever chocolate cake! It is moist and chocolaty, and its light, fluffy frosting stirs up in a jiffy. Use vanilla pudding instead of chocolate in the frosting if you wish. -Catherine Dawe, Kent, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 12-15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add the water, oil, vinegar and vanilla. Beat on low speed for 1 minute. Beat on medium for 1 minute. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a bowl, beat the milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Beat in whipped topping. Spread over cake. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
BEST EVER CHOCOLATE CAKE
This simple chocolate cake is better than boxed! Once you try this cake, you may never turn back!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour your baking pan (see size information in the notes below) or line your muffin pan with paper liners for cupcakes.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla to dry mixture and mix with an electric mixer on medium for about 2 minutes. Gently mix in boiling water. Note: Your batter will seem thin, it's ok.. it's supposed to!
- Pour into pans and bake. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 301 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 34 g, ServingSize 1 serving
THE BEST CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: flour, dutch processed cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, baking powder, stout, vanilla extract, espresso powder, butter, sugar, eggs, mayonnaise, dark chocolate, butter, vanilla extract, dutch processed cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, fresh fruit
Provided by Scott Loitsch
Categories Bakery Goods
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Grease and line three 8-inch (20 cm) cake tins with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large glass measuring cup, combine the stout, vanilla, and espresso powder. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until it is light and fluffy, about 5 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally to ensure all the ingredients are being evenly creamed together.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Add the mayonnaise and beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Preheat oven to 325˚F (160˚C).
- Alternate adding the prepared dry and wet ingredients to the batter. Starting with about ⅓ of the dry ingredients, beat until incorporated. Then add ⅓ of the liquid ingredients, mixing until the batter comes together. Continue until all the wet and dry ingredients have been incorporated.
- Using a rubber scraper, fold the dark chocolate chunks into the batter.
- Distribute the batter evenly between the 3 prepared cake tins.
- Bake for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Place the cakes on a cooling rack and leave to cool for about 10-15 minutes, until the outside of the pan is cool enough to touch.
- Once the cakes have cooled, loosen the edges using a butter knife. Then place a large plate over the tin and invert to release the cake from the pan. Remove the parchment paper from the bottom of the cake and slide the cake back onto the cooling rack to cool completely. Repeat for the remaining two layers.
- While your cakes are cooling, prepare the buttercream.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and vanilla.
- Gradually add in the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and milk, continuously beating until all the ingredients have been incorporated and the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Frost and decorate to your liking.
- Slice and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 787 calories, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 73 grams
THE ONLY CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE YOU'LL EVER NEED! (DEVIL'S FOOD)
This chocolate cake is absolutely thee best we have ever had. It is so moist and rich, I never make anything else (unless I am short on time :) The frosting recipe included goes perfectly with this cake, but you can use any frosting you like. Try this once and you'll see why I call it "The Only Chocolate Cake Recipe You'll Ever Need"!! Adding 2/18/06: I want to note that I recently used sweetened whipped heavy cream with vanilla and it was just as fabulous as the frosting recipe listed, plus much easier. I also used hazelnut coffee in the cake and it added even more of a little extra something!
Provided by Karen..
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together dry ingredients. Add oil, coffee and milk and mix at medium speed for 2 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla and beat 2 more minutes. Expect batter to be thin.
- Pour into a 9" x 13" greased and floured pan or 2- 9" round pans. Bake 9 x 13 pan for about 45 minutes or 9" pans for about 30 minutes. Cool in pans for about 15 minutes and then cool completely on racks.
- While cake is cooling make the icing: Combine the milk and flour in a saucepan and cook over low heat until thick, whisking constantly. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
- In a medium bowl, beat butter, shortening, sugar and vanilla until creamy. Add chilled milk and flour mixture and beat for 10 minutes. Frost cooled cake and enjoy! The frosting sounds intimidating, but it is worth it! By the way, for some reason, we prefer this cake chilled, right out of the refrigerator. The rich chocolate and cool frosting just seem to taste best this way.
THE BEST CHOCOLATE CAKE EVER
My grandmother taught me how to make this cake. This is the most moist chocolate cake I have ever tasted. It was my dad's favorite and now it is my husband's favorite too. The first 11 ingredients are for the cake and the last 6 are for the icing.
Provided by Emily Passaro
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 1 2 layer cake, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Sift together dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Add oil, coffee, and milk; mix at medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla; beat for 2 more minutes. Batter will be thin.
- Pour into 2 greased and floured 9 inch cake pans.
- Bake at 325 for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool cakes for 15 minutes before removing from pans. Cool completely on wire racks.
- To make the icing, combine the milk and flour in a saucepan and cook until thick, stirring often to prevent it from being lumpy. Cover and refrigerate until cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter, shortening, sugar, and vanilla until creamy.
- Add chilled milk/flour mixture and beat for 10 minutes.
- Frost cake after is it completely cool.
- Refrigerate cake until just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 775, Fat 45.2, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 642.9, Carbohydrate 90.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 60.3, Protein 7.5
THE BEST CHOCOLATE CAKE EVER!
I found this recipe on a container of Sorrento Ricotta Cheese. Love it!
Provided by Daune (pronounced "Dawn") Browne
Categories Cakes
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease bottom and sides of two 9X2 cake pans.
- 2. Mix all ingredients on low for 1 minute. Scrape bowl. Mix on medium for 2 minutes.
- 3. Divide batter between pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes.
- 4. For frosting: Melt chocolate over simmering water until smooth. Let cool to room temperature. Whisk sour cream into melted chocolate. Frost cake.
Tips:
- Use top-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor. A cocoa content of 70% or higher is ideal.
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients blend together smoothly.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
Conclusion:
This chocolate cake from Sorrento is a truly decadent and delicious dessert. With its rich chocolate flavor, moist texture, and luscious chocolate frosting, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you are a chocolate lover or just looking for a special occasion cake, this recipe is sure to please.
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