CHOCOLATE MACAROON CAKE

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"This cake is always popular with chocolate lovers, including my five children," notes Saburo Aburano of Ann Arbor, Michigan. "I got the recipe from a dear friend more than 30 years ago."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 egg white
3 tablespoons sugar
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, finely chopped
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
CAKE BATTER:
4 large eggs, separated
1-3/4 cups sugar, divided
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup cold brewed coffee
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled
3 tablespoons butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
5 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat egg white on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in coconut and flour; set aside., In a large bowl, beat the egg whites on medium until soft peaks form. gradually beat in 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved; set aside. , In another large bowl, cream shortening and remaining sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Combine coffee and buttermilk. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with coffee mixture, beating well after each addition. Fold in beaten egg whites., Pour half of the batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan with removable bottom. Drop coconut filling by spoonfuls over batter. Top with remaining batter. , Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Immediately invert cake onto a wire rack; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around side of pan and remove., In a small bowl, beat frosting ingredients until smooth and creamy. Spread over the top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Sufian Tahsan
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste. I think I would have preferred a lighter, fluffier cake.


Roxstar Sohag
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover.


ALI RAZA SHAH IRFAN SHAH
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive dessert.


derrick robinson
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I thought this cake was really good. The macarons added a nice sweetness and texture that balanced out the chocolate.


Tabi yt
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This cake was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred a lighter frosting or a different type of cake altogether.


Belinda Lester
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I love chocolate and macarons, so this cake was a no-brainer for me. It did not disappoint! The cake was moist and decadent, and the macarons added a nice crunch.


Margaret Moonga
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's perfect for any special occasion.


Sharwan Yadav
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I had some trouble finding macaroons, so I used crushed graham crackers instead. The cake still turned out great!


Pleshette Boyd
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The cake was delicious, but I found the frosting to be a bit too sweet for my taste. Next time, I'll try using a different frosting recipe.


Joe Estes
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special dessert.


Kabir Islam
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I've never made a macaroon cake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the macaroons added a nice texture and flavor.


Ace Kyng
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This chocolate macaroon cake was a delightful treat! The combination of the rich chocolate cake and the chewy macaroons was perfect. I especially loved the chocolate ganache frosting - it was so smooth and creamy.