Ingredients
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Step-by-step preparation
1Chocolate spongeBeat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Gently fold in flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Pour the batter into a lined cake pan. Bake and allow the sponge to cool completely.
Step 1
Beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 2
Gently fold in flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
Step 3
Pour the batter into a lined cake pan.
Step 4
Bake and allow the sponge to cool completely.
2Ganache creamChop the dark chocolate finely. Heat the cream until hot but not boiling. Pour the cream over the chocolate and stir until smooth.
Step 1
Chop the dark chocolate finely.
Step 2
Heat the cream until hot but not boiling.
Step 3
Pour the cream over the chocolate and stir until smooth.
3Assembling the cakeSlice the cooled sponge horizontally. Spread ganache evenly between the layers. Cover the cake with the remaining ganache.
Step 1
Slice the cooled sponge horizontally.
Step 2
Spread ganache evenly between the layers.
Step 3
Cover the cake with the remaining ganache.
Kitchen tip
Do not overbake the sponge and cool it completely before slicing. Spread cream when it is soft enough to work with, then chill the cake before serving.
FAQ
Can I make Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream one day ahead?
Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream often tastes better after chilling overnight because the layers settle and the chocolate flavor deepens.
How do I keep the sponge in Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream moist?
Do not overbake the sponge for Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream; brush lightly with syrup, milk or juice if needed.
What chocolate should I use for Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream?
Use good-quality baking chocolate or dark chocolate for Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream, depending on how intense you want the flavor.
How do I cut clean slices of Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream?
Chill Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream well, use a sharp knife and wipe the blade between cuts.
Can I freeze Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream?
The sponge for Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream can be frozen, but dairy-based creams may change texture after thawing.
How long does Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream keep?
Chocolate Cake with Ganache Cream usually keeps 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator when well covered.
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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The rings show the share of the reference daily intake per serving, based on a 2,000 kcal diet.
