Name: Layered Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 400 g of dark chocolate; 200 ml of liquid cream; 1 tsp of instant espresso; 150 g of butter; 250 g of sugar; 4 eggs; 100 g of flour; 25 g of cocoa powder; 150 ml of milk; 1/2 tsp of vanilla; salt

Ingredients

Preparation

1. Prepare the chocolate cream. Chop 200 g of dark chocolate in a bowl; pour in the boiling cream and mix in the coffee. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then smooth the cream with a whisk. Reserve at room temperature.

2. Prepare the cake. Break the rest of the dark chocolate into pieces; pour in the boiling milk. Wait 5 minutes, then mix vigorously, incorporating the softened butter.

3. Beat the egg yolks with the sugar and vanilla. When the mixture becomes foamy and white, add the chocolate preparation.

4. Incorporate the sifted flour with the cocoa.

5. Beat the egg whites with 1 pinch of salt and gently mix everything with the previous preparation.

6. Pour into a greased mold. Bake for 40 minutes at 160°C.

7. Unmold and let cool on a plate.

8. Cut the cake in 2; pour the chocolate cream over the first half; then place the second half. Glaze with the remaining cream. Reserve in the refrigerator (do not refrigerate).

Layered Chocolate Cake

Preparation: 45 min

Cooking: 40 min

Servings: 6

The layered chocolate cake is a timeless classic that delights chocolate lovers. Its rich and moist layers, combined with a creamy ganache, make each slice an unforgettable culinary experience. Perfect for birthdays and other celebrations, this cake is both comforting and luxurious, and will seduce even the most discerning palates.