MONTEZUMA'S HOT CHOCOLATE SHEET CAKE
This is a rich chocolate cake with just a hint of heat. This is totally my own recipe. I originally started with just a chocolate sheet cake recipe that I wanted to spice up a little for something different. Then I remembered that the Mayan's "hot" chocolate was actually drunk cold and had been mixed with spices. It was Montezuma (1466-1520) who introduced Hernam Cortes to his favorite drink 'chocolatl' served in a golden goblet. And it was the fact that Montezuma consumed his "chocolatl" before entering his harem that led to the belief it was an aphrodisiac. :D The very first chocolate drink recipe ever published was in 1631 and called for chillies, almonds, hazlenuts, vanilla beans, cinnamon and anise among other things. I combined the two recipes and played around until I got the flavor I like. Note: This does call for almonds and hazelnuts. Posted for Zaar World Tour 05
Provided by Amis227
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 1 sheet cake, 22 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter.
- Stir in the cocoa and coffee, then water.
- Bring to a boil; remove from heat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and spices.
- Add cocoa mixture; mix well.
- Stir in 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk, eggs, anise and vanilla.
- Pour into greased 15 x 10 jelly roll pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched.
- Icing:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter; stir in the cocoa, coffee, and cinnamon.
- Add the remaining sweetened condensed milk; stir in confectioners sugar.
- Spread on the warm cake.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
- Note: If the icing is too thin for your taste, it's simple to add more cocoa or confectioners sugar until you reach the consistency wanted. Or, if it's too thick just add a bit of milk. Also, if you decide to do away with the coffee (in the cake or the icing), just replace it with cocoa. :D.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.8, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 53.1, Sodium 245.4, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 30.4, Protein 7.2
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Mr. Jr AhMeD
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe how easy it was to make.
Achoko Dorothy
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this cake. The chocolate is rich and the spice gives it a little kick.
Obadina jacob
[email protected]This cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's rich and decadent, but not too heavy.
lukman bukari
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. Everyone loves the unique flavor and moist texture.
Ibrar Ullah
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.
Muhammad Ansar jaan
[email protected]I love the way this cake looks and tastes. It's a real showstopper.
Carol Goss Stayt
[email protected]This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
sanu basnet
[email protected]I made this cake for my family and they all raved about it. It's definitely a keeper.
Shehzad Arif
[email protected]This cake is a chocolate lover's dream. It's rich, decadent, and has the perfect amount of spice.
Pro Piliyar
[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 spice.
Ak Tamim
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe how easy it was to make.
Kalam1212 Rain
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this cake. The chocolate is rich and the spice gives it a little kick.
Matthew Richard
[email protected]This cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's rich and decadent, but not too heavy.
Iftakharahmad Ahmad
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of chocolate and spice is irresistible.
Matthew Keirl
[email protected]This cake is easy to make and always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.
Prince Royce
[email protected]I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and moist texture.
Lahor Veo
[email protected]This cake was so delicious! The chocolate flavor was rich and decadent, and the hint of spice was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.