CHOCOLATE LOVER'S DELIGHT CAKE
For years my husband and I belonged to a supper club and I always made the desserts. This light, flavorful cake recipe was given to me at our first club and it's a hit every time. -Sandra Hackney, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans; set aside. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup sugar, buttermilk, oil, egg yolks and melted chocolate until well blended. Combine the flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended., In a large bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream, confectioners' sugar, cocoa, extract and remaining salt until stiff peaks form., Cut each cake horizontally into two layers; brush layers with cream de cacao. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; top with 1/2 cup frosting and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons almonds. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cake layer., Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake; sprinkle remaining almonds over the top. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Peter Mawuka
[email protected]This cake is the perfect way to end a special meal. It's rich, decadent, and absolutely delicious.
Kevin Vic
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend it.
Waqas Akhtar
[email protected]I love how this cake is not too sweet. It's the perfect dessert for people who don't like overly sugary cakes.
Jahanjir Alom
[email protected]This cake is so moist and delicious, it's hard to believe it's gluten-free.
Lazar Kostadinovic
[email protected]I was really impressed with how easy this cake was to make. It's definitely a keeper recipe.
Misha Tihonov
[email protected]This cake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion.
Ishaq Khan
[email protected]I've tried many chocolate cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of chocolate and sweetness.
Yo Mom
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. It's the perfect cake to serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
wolf Frey
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he was so happy. He said it was the best birthday cake he's ever had.
Rach Lynn
[email protected]This cake is always a crowd-pleaser. I've never had anyone not enjoy it.
SHAHENAZ KAMEL
[email protected]I love how easy this cake is to make. I can always count on it to turn out perfect.
Jing HAsiko
[email protected]This cake is so rich and decadent. It's definitely not for the faint of heart.
aliraj aliraj
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Sereen Assaf
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to make this cake because I'm not a very experienced baker, but it turned out perfect! It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious.
kavan sanders
[email protected]I made this cake for my son's birthday and he absolutely loved it. He said it was the best cake he's ever had.
Narendra dangi
[email protected]This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful.
Yanick Kakou
[email protected]This cake was a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved it.