CHOCOLATE COGNAC CAKE
A rich, no bake cake that serves 12. From Debra Fioritto Weber, Your Guide to French Cuisine at about.com
Provided by Nana Lee
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the cookies in a plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
- Transfer them to a mixing bowl.
- Place the 2-3/4 oz. of chocolate and 1/2 cup of butter in a microwave bowl.
- Place in microwave and melt them in 15 second increments.
- Stirring a few times.
- Give the chocolate and butter a final stirring to mix well, then pour over the cookie crumbs and mix together.
- Put this mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and press down to form a base.
- Place in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Place the chocolate in a large microwave safe mixing bowl and melt in 15 second increments.
- Beat in the mascarpone, egg yolks and brandy.
- Whip the cream until it just holds its shape and fold it into the chocolate mixture.
- Using a grease-free bowl and clean beaters, whip the egg whites to soft peaks.
- Add the sugar, a little at a time, and beat until the whites are thick and glossy.
- Fold the whites into the chocolate mixture in two batches, until just mixed.
- Spoon the mixture onto the chilled base and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- To serve:.
- Carefully remove the cake from the pan and transfer to a serving plate.
- Pipe 12 rosettes of the whipped cream and top each with a chocolate coffee bean.
- Cut into 12 wedges and serve.
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Sumaira Sheikh
sheikh-sumaira6@yahoo.comThis cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion or for when you're just craving something chocolatey and delicious.
Anukul Dash
dash-a57@aol.comThis cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can use my favorite cognac in the recipe.
Princeston Crawford
pcrawford@yahoo.comThis cake is the perfect make-ahead dessert. I made it the day before my party and it was still moist and delicious the next day. I love that I can make it ahead of time and not have to worry about it.
Yaasiin Maxamad
maxamad28@hotmail.frI'm not a fan of chocolate cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The chocolate and cognac flavors are perfectly balanced and the cake is so moist and delicious. I'll definitely be making this cake again.
Alisufian Lakhesar
l_alisufian50@hotmail.comThis cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect cake to serve with a cup of coffee or tea. I love the addition of cognac. It gives the cake a touch of elegance.
Marvellous Ojo
ojo-m@gmail.comI made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Naeemakram Toor
naeemakram@hotmail.frThis cake is the perfect combination of chocolate and cognac. It's not too sweet and the cognac flavor is just right. I served it with a dollop of whipped cream and it was absolutely delicious.
Suhbat Ali
suhbat-ali89@yahoo.comI'm not a big baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I made it for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success. The kids loved it and I got so many compliments from the other parents.
Mary Bott
bott-mary@aol.comThis cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes just as good the next day.
Katie Thibeau
katie-thibeau86@aol.comI love that this recipe uses both cocoa powder and melted chocolate. It gives the cake a really rich and intense chocolate flavor. I also love the addition of cognac. It adds a touch of sophistication and makes the cake extra special.
Edis Selimović
s_edis@yahoo.comThis cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion or for when you're just craving something chocolatey and delicious.
Stan-Time
stan-time70@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of cognac, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The cognac flavor is very subtle and it really complements the chocolate. The cake is also incredibly moist and fluffy.
Haidar Asif
asif_h5@gmail.comThis cake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion. I made it for my anniversary and it was a huge success. My husband loved it and I got so many compliments from our guests.
Jayla Ochoa
o80@hotmail.co.ukI followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and chocolatey, and the cognac flavor was just right. I served it with whipped cream and berries and it was a huge hit.
Riyash Islam
islam24@hotmail.comThis cake was a little more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The flavor is out of this world and it's so moist and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.
Nimra arif Arif
n81@yahoo.comI made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe.
Cody Mitchell
m4@yahoo.comThis cake is absolutely divine! The chocolate and cognac flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is incredibly moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate cake.
Gilda Villagomez
gilda-villagomez@yahoo.comI've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes just as good the next day.
Mohamed Shemzituh
mohamed_shemzituh99@gmail.comThis chocolate cognac cake was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone raved about the rich, moist texture and the perfect balance of chocolate and cognac flavors. I'll definitely be making this cake again soon.