SOKOLATOPITA (GREEK CHOCOLATE CAKE)

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Not really a 'pie' at all, but because it's flat, it's called a 'pita' in Greek. Here's the version I make. I like it cause it's quick and can satisfy any chocoholic.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

250 g butter (9 oz)
1 cup boiling water
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup brandy (I use Metaxa, but any brandy is fine)
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 dash salt
5 eggs
250 g milk chocolate or 10 ounces milk chocolate
200 g heavy cream or 8 ounces heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine all chocolate syrup ingredients EXCEPT FOR brandy and vanilla, and cook until sugar is melted. Remove from heat and whisk in brandy and vanilla. Remove 1 cup of the chocolate syrup and set aside. Proceed with recipe.
  • Preheat oven to 180C/355°F Butter and flour a 13 x 9 " baking dish (I use a pyrex one).
  • Whisk flour and eggs in a large bowl. While whisking, slowly dribble in chocolate syrup remaining in pot. Make sure everything is incorporated. Pour into prepared baking pan and bake for exactly 20 minutes. Remove, cut in middle lengthwise and then crosswise into a total of 10-12 pieces. Pour reserved chocolate syrup over and cool. (the cake will not have risen much, it is low, dense and fudgy).
  • Make ganache: Break up chocolate into small pieces and place in small bowl. In a small saucepan, scald cream. Pour hot cream over broken-up chocolate and whisk until chocolate has fully melted into the cream. Allow to cool for about 1/2 an hour, whisking occasionally, and pour over sokolatopita.
  • Serving the sokolatopita warm elicits moans of delight from eaters that sound -- well, make it and find out for yourself.

Hussien Ahmad
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Awais Dayo
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake didn't turn out as good as the pictures. It was still tasty, though.


Lee Nation
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I had trouble finding some of the ingredients for this recipe, but it was worth it in the end. The cake was delicious!


DZ jouker
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.


Tyler James
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I love this recipe! It's my go-to chocolate cake recipe.


Dan kay
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This 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.


Steph Jacobs
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good. It was moist and not too sweet.


Scorpionmk1000
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it.


Abigail Antwi
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Perfect for chocolate lovers!


Total Gamerz
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This cake was amazing! The best chocolate cake I've ever had. It was so moist and fluffy, and the frosting was to die for. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Joanna Rosales
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My family loved this cake! It was the perfect dessert for our special occasion. The cake was moist and chocolatey, and the frosting was light and fluffy. I would definitely make this cake again.


M Mubashar
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out perfect! I'm not a professional baker, but this recipe made me feel like one. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this cake again.


IT's ANTOR
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Sokolatopita is a delicious and decadent chocolate cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The frosting is creamy and smooth, and it pairs perfectly with the cake. I highly recommend this rec


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