Dome Cake Filled with Chocolate and Nut Cream

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Dome Cake Filled with Chocolate and Nut Cream
45 min.
8
598kcal

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Indulge in the irresistible charm of our Dome Cake Filled with Chocolate and Nut Cream, a true dessert delight that will captivate your taste buds and impress your guests! This gluten-free dessert elegantly combines the rich flavors of toasted almonds and hazelnuts with the lusciousness of whipped cream and decadent semisweet chocolate.

With its unique dome shape and sophisticated layering, this cake not only serves as a stunning centerpiece for any occasion but also offers a delightful surprise with each slice. The aromatic mix of cherry and orange liqueurs adds a fragrant touch, elevating the experience to a truly gourmet level.

Perfectly crafted for those who appreciate the finer things in life, this dessert can be made in just 45 minutes, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of your loved ones. Each serving is a luxury indulgence at 598 calories, making it a delightful way to end any meal.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this Dome Cake will surely satisfy even the most discerning chocolate lovers. Join us in this culinary adventure and discover how simple ingredients can transform into a magnificent dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup blanched slivered almonds toasted coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons brandy 
  • 0.5 cup hazelnuts husked toasted coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons maraschino liqueur 
  • tablespoons orange liqueur 
  • 10.8 ounce round cake 
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • servings cocoa powder unsweetened
  • cups whipping cream chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Moisten large piece of cheesecloth with water; squeeze out excess. Line 1 1/2-quart bowl with cheesecloth.
  2. Mix liqueurs and grappa in small bowl.
  3. Cut pound cake crosswise into 3/8-inch-thick slices.
  4. Cut each slice diagonally in half, forming two triangles.
  5. Lay cake triangles in single layer on baking sheet; brush with liqueur mixture. Line bottom and sides of prepared bowl with cake triangles (wet sides facing in) in sunburst pattern. Reserve extra triangles for top.
  6. Stir 2 ounces chocolate in metal bowl set over small saucepan of simmering water until chocolate melts. Cool just to room temperature. Beat cream and powdered sugar in large bowl until firm peaks form. Fold in 3 ounces chopped chocolate and nuts.
  7. Spread half of mixture over cake, covering completely and creating well in center. Fold cooled melted chocolate into remaining whipped cream mixture; spoon into center well of filling. Cover filling with remaining cake triangles (wet side down), trimming to fit if necessary. Cover with plastic. Chill at least 5 hours and up to 1 day.
  8. Invert cake onto plate.
  9. Remove cloth. Sift cocoa powder over and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories598kcal
Protein5.61%
Fat59.63%
Carbs34.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.75
Glycemic Load
0.08
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.450434829878%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.74mg
Epigallocatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
1.98mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:598.24kcal
29.91%
Fat:39.32g
60.5%
Saturated Fat:18.71g
116.96%
Carbohydrates:51.58g
17.19%
Net Carbohydrates:47.87g
17.41%
Sugar:36.44g
40.49%
Cholesterol:107.15mg
35.72%
Sodium:257.86mg
11.21%
Alcohol:3.74g
100%
Alcohol %:3.03%
100%
Caffeine:18.51mg
6.17%
Protein:8.32g
16.65%
Manganese:1mg
50.22%
Vitamin E:4.27mg
28.49%
Copper:0.53mg
26.26%
Phosphorus:210.93mg
21.09%
Magnesium:84mg
21%
Vitamin A:944.38IU
18.89%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.15%
Iron:3.05mg
16.94%
Fiber:3.71g
14.83%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.92%
Calcium:110.8mg
11.08%
Selenium:7.47µg
10.67%
Potassium:329.05mg
9.4%
Zinc:1.36mg
9.09%
Folate:34.04µg
8.51%
Vitamin B3:1.44mg
7.19%
Vitamin D:1.03µg
6.85%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.09%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.9%
Vitamin K:4.35µg
4.14%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.64%
Vitamin C:0.83mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious