CHOCOLATE LIQUOR CAKE
I was looking for a new type of chocolate cake for some chocolate contest. I had a khalua cake recipe I modified to do this one. I won one first place and two second place ribbons in the local fairs and in a charity event. enjoy!
Provided by Julie Hayashi
Categories Other Desserts
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. CAKE 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees and line the bottom of 2 eight inch pans with parchment paper 2. In a heat-proof bowl, microwave the chocolate on high power in 20-second intervals until melted; stir between intervals. Let cool slightly.
- 2. 3. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder and baking soda in a bowl; set aside. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, coffee, chocolate liquor and vanilla; set aside. 4. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter, sugar and salt at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time until fully incorporated. Turn mixer speed to low, in 3 alternating batches beat in the dry ingredients and the wet mixture, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Fold in chocolate.
- 3. 5. Pour in batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out free of wet batter. Let the cake cool in pan for 20 minutes. Remove and transfer to wire rack. 6. Using a wooden skewer, poke holes in the cakes and brush the chocolate liquor all over the cake halves
- 4. Frosting 1. In a saucepan, heat cream to a simmer. 2. In a heat proof bowl, pour the heated cream over the chocolate and let stand for 1 minute. 3. Cool mixture down until you can mix it into a frosting
- 5. Assembly 1. Transfer cake layer to a serving plate on a cake stand and frost the top of layer. 2. Place the second layer on top and spread the ganache frosting on top and sides.
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Adedeji Kabiru
[email protected]This cake is the perfect balance of chocolate and sweetness. It's not too rich, and it's not too sweet. It's just perfect.
Yaman Iqbal
[email protected]I've never been a huge fan of chocolate cake, but this recipe changed my mind. This cake is so delicious, I could eat it every day.
LudophobicX
[email protected]This cake is simply amazing. The chocolate flavor is out of this world, and the texture is so moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Zahra Mohammed
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and I even got several requests for the recipe.
Vaino Kakolo
[email protected]This cake is so moist and fluffy, it's hard to believe it's gluten-free. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Hridoy Roy
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.
Bokacoda Bc
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I'm definitely going to be making it again and again.
JAMSHAID NEKOKARA97
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday, and she was so happy. She said it was the best birthday cake she had ever had.
psycho ut
[email protected]This cake is the perfect balance of chocolate and sweetness. It's not too rich, and it's not too sweet. It's just perfect.
Kharikhola School
[email protected]I've never been a huge fan of chocolate cake, but this recipe changed my mind. This cake is so delicious, I could eat it every day.
Ashley Lo Tempio
[email protected]This cake is simply amazing. The chocolate flavor is out of this world, and the texture is so moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Mohabbat Wafa
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and I even got several requests for the recipe.
Dinesh Ghimire
[email protected]This cake is so moist and decadent, it's hard to believe it's also gluten-free. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Adesokan Aisha
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Shafiq Rajpoot
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, and it turns out perfect every time. I love that I can always count on it to be a crowd-pleaser.
Louis Arevalos
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he had ever eaten.
Md Masud Hasan
[email protected]This cake was absolutely delicious! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the texture was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this cake again.