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Easy
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Recipe of Chocolate cake
Vida Recetas Editorial
Chocolate cake is one of the most beloved and versatile desserts in the world. This medium-difficulty recipe combines two types of chocolate (dark and milk) to achieve a deep and balanced flavor, perfect for celebrations or as a treat. The sponge is fluffy and moist, thanks to beating eggs with sugar and using cream, while the syrup (water with sugar) adds juiciness. The topping, made with dark chocolate and cream, becomes a shiny and silky ganache that envelops each layer.
This cake is ideal for those looking for an elegant dessert without excessive complications. The ingredients are easy to find and the preparation is divided into clear steps: melt the chocolate with butter, beat the eggs, incorporate the dry ingredients, and bake three 24 cm cakes. Then they are assembled with syrup and covered with the ganache. The result is an impressive cake that yields 10-12 servings.
There are many variations, such as adding berries, coffee, or liqueur, but this classic version stands out for its simplicity and pure chocolate flavor. If you follow the quantities and baking times, you will get a moist cake with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Go ahead and prepare it to surprise your guests!
Prep
180 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
10
Calories
362 kcal
Ingredients
Directions
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1
In a bowl, place the chocolates with the butter and bring them to a water bath, stirring to integrate and form a mixture.
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2
In another bowl, beat the eggs, gradually adding the sugar, in the form of rain.
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3
Sift the flour with salt, cocoa powder and baking powder.
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4
Pour the cream and chocolate mixture over the eggs and whisk until combined
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5
Turn the mixture of dry ingredients over the eggs and chocolate, stir with a hand mixer to avoid the formation of lumps.
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6
In butter and cover a 24 cm diameter mold with a layer of cocoa, pour in the mixture and cover up to ¾ of the height of the mold. Bake at 180º for 20 minutes.
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7
This mixture yields 3 24 cm biscuits, so this process is repeated 3 times.
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8
Let the biscuits cool. While preparing a syrup with water and sugar, which you can use to moisten the biscuits.
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9
Prepare the ganache, mixing the cream with the chocolate. Divide it in half, so that one part is used to join the biscuits and the other to cover the cake.
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10
Place the first disc, wet the upper part with a little of the syrup and on top place a layer of ganache, repeat this process until the last disc is placed.
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11
Cover the cake with the ganache, refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is it to prepare Chocolate cake?
This recipe has a medium difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
How long does it take to prepare Chocolate cake?
The preparation time is 180 minutes and the cooking time is 20 minutes.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed for 10 servings.
Can I substitute some ingredients?
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
How should I store this preparation?
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
