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Temptation for the sweet tooth: Chocolate cakes for real gourmets

Chocolate cakes are a real treat for anyone who adores sweets and can’t resist the flavor of deep, rich chocolate. In this article, we’ll look at a variety of ways to make chocolate cakes, from classic recipes to modern variations, so that every foodie can find the perfect treat.

Contents:

1. Classic Chocolate Cake

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 ¾ cups sugar
  • ¾ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp. baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water

Preparation:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, add the milk, oil and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring occasionally to make a smooth batter.
  5. Pour in the hot water and gently mix the batter – it will become quite runny.
  6. Pour the batter into the mold and bake in the oven for about 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness by sticking a toothpick in – it should come out dry.

2. Three Chocolates Cake

Ingredients:

For the shortcake:
  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp. baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup boiling water
For the ganache:
  • 200 g dark chocolate
  • 200 ml of cream 33%
For the cream:
  • 250 g mascarpone
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 200 ml of cream 33%

Preparation:

  1. Prepare the shortcakes following the instructions from part one.
  2. For the ganache: Break the dark chocolate into pieces and put them in a bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the cream to a boil and pour it over the chocolate. Let stand for 2-3 minutes, then stir gently until you have a smooth ganache.
  3. For the cream: Whisk the mascarpone with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the cream and continue to whisk until the cream is puffy and tender.
  4. Assemble the cake: Place the first cake on a plate, brush with half of the ganache. Place the second cake and brush with the remaining ganache. Pour the top of the cake with the remaining cream and decorate as desired.

Conclusion:

Chocolate cakes are an unbeatable treat for the palette of tastes and gaze. They can be classic, rich and decadent or they can be original and experimental. By following the recipes in this article, you will be able to create true masterpieces that will delight all your loved ones and guests. Enjoy the play of flavors and textures – chocolate cakes always justify the time and effort invested!