Chocolate Cake IV

Chocolate Cake IV
30 min.
14
339kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with the decadent Chocolate Cake IV, a delightful dessert that is sure to impress both family and friends. This cake is not just a treat; it’s a celebration in every bite. With a rich, moist texture and a luxurious flavor profile, it's perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party, holiday gathering, or a simply sweet end to a long day.

The secret to this cake’s incredible taste lies in its use of DOMINO Light Brown Sugar, which adds a subtle caramel undertone, while the melted chocolate gives it an irresistible depth. Each layer is generously filled with Coffee Liqueur Ganache Icing, creating a luxurious balance of flavors that dance on your palate. The cake is complemented beautifully by the richness of butter, the tanginess of buttermilk, and a hint of cinnamon that warms up the overall flavor.

What makes this recipe truly special is how quickly it can come together. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up an impressive dessert that serves 14 people, making it perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. With a beautiful presentation created using dark chocolate curls as a garnish, this Chocolate Cake IV is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. Get ready to wow your guests and create unforgettable memories with this stunning chocolate masterpiece!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • cups brown sugar light packed
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  • 2.3 cups cake flour 
  • 14 servings chocolate curls dark
  • 14 servings rum / brandy / coffee liqueur 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 14 servings shortening 
  • cup water boiling

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Coat 3 (8-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray. Line bottoms of pans with wax paper; grease wax paper with shortening, and set aside.
  2. Melt chocolates in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  3. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until yellow disappears after each addition. Stir in melted chocolate and vanilla.
  5. Sift together cake flour and next 3 ingredients; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed just until blended. Stir in 1 cup boiling water.
  6. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
  7. Bake at 350 for 28 to 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes; remove from pans, and cool completely on wire racks.
  8. Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread top with 4 tablespoons Coffee Liqueur Ganache Icing.
  9. Spread half of Mocha-Chocolate Cream Filling evenly over ganache on cake layer. Top with second cake layer; spread top with 4 tablespoons Coffee Liqueur Ganache Icing and remaining Mocha-Chocolate Cream Filling. Top with remaining cake layer.
  10. Spread remaining Coffee Liqueur Ganache Icing on top and sides of cake.
  11. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories339kcal
Protein5.31%
Fat27.3%
Carbs67.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.93
Glycemic Load
9.57
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.7773913041405%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:338.53kcal
16.93%
Fat:9.64g
14.83%
Saturated Fat:5.2g
32.5%
Carbohydrates:53.55g
17.85%
Net Carbohydrates:52.97g
19.26%
Sugar:38.47g
42.75%
Cholesterol:58.29mg
19.43%
Sodium:327.18mg
14.23%
Alcohol:3.45g
100%
Alcohol %:3.83%
100%
Protein:4.22g
8.43%
Selenium:12.13µg
17.32%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.18%
Vitamin A:275.6IU
5.51%
Phosphorus:53.85mg
5.38%
Calcium:48.51mg
4.85%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.68%
Copper:0.08mg
3.85%
Iron:0.66mg
3.69%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.45%
Folate:12.65µg
3.16%
Magnesium:12.18mg
3.04%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.03%
Potassium:96.88mg
2.77%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.59%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.51%
Fiber:0.58g
2.32%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.17%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.12%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.69%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.33%
Vitamin K:1.3µg
1.24%
Source:My Recipes