Scissor Fingers Cake

Scissor Fingers Cake
45 min.
12
366kcal

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Indulge your senses with the whimsical and delightful Scissor Fingers Cake, a dessert that promises to make a memorable statement at your next gathering. Perfect for Halloween or any occasion where a touch of creativity is desired, this cake is not only visually stunning but also rich in flavor. Imagine a sumptuous blend of velvety chocolate, airy ladyfingers, and the sweet crunch of sliced almonds—all combined to create a dessert that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to devour.

This cake features layers of luscious chocolate infused with buttery goodness, carefully enveloped in a delicate embrace of whipped cream and garnished to resemble playful finger-like shapes. Whether it's a birthday party, a festive celebration, or just an everyday treat to satisfy your sweet tooth, the Scissor Fingers Cake will surely impress your family and friends. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this charming creation, making it an inviting and manageable option for bakers of all skill levels.

Each slice serves up a delectable balance of rich chocolate and light textures, with each ladyfinger acting as the perfect canvas for the velvety filling. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and dive into this fun baking adventure that’s sure to leave everyone talking. Get ready to enjoy a dessert that’s not only a feast for the taste buds but also a true centerpiece worthy of any occasion!

Ingredients

  • oz baker's chocolate unsweetened
  • cup butter softened
  •  eggs separated
  • 18  ladyfingers split divided
  • 2.3 cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 12 servings almonds sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • double boiler
  • hand mixer
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Line the bottom and sides of an ungreased 9" round springform pan with split ladyfingers, trimming off the bottoms to make ladyfingers stand. Set aside. In a double boiler over medium heat, cook and stir chocolate, sugar and water until chocolate is melted and smooth. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks and gradually add to chocolate mixture, stirring constantly until smooth; cool. Blend together butter, powdered sugar and vanilla; mix well.
  2. Add chocolate mixture; stir well and set aside. With an electric mixer on high speed, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into chocolate mixture. Spoon mixture into lined pan. Arrange any remaining ladyfingers on top. Top with whipped cream and sprinkles. Refrigerate until ready to serve. To serve, remove outer ring of springform pan.
  3. Place cake on cake stand. Use a tiny dot of whipped cream to add a sliced almond to each of the ladyfingers to resemble fingernails.

Nutrition Facts

Calories366kcal
Protein4.83%
Fat50.44%
Carbs44.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.84
Glycemic Load
5.83
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.4604347788769%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Catechin
3.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
6.71mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:366.38kcal
18.32%
Fat:21.24g
32.67%
Saturated Fat:12.32g
77.02%
Carbohydrates:42.37g
14.12%
Net Carbohydrates:41.3g
15.02%
Sugar:30.49g
33.88%
Cholesterol:131.7mg
43.9%
Sodium:168.65mg
7.33%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Caffeine:3.78mg
1.26%
Protein:4.58g
9.16%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.25%
Vitamin A:643.68IU
12.87%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.78%
Copper:0.19mg
9.62%
Iron:1.73mg
9.6%
Phosphorus:85.84mg
8.58%
Selenium:5.3µg
7.57%
Zinc:0.88mg
5.9%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.79%
Magnesium:22.34mg
5.58%
Folate:21.93µg
5.48%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.77%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.42%
Fiber:1.07g
4.3%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.18%
Calcium:28.44mg
2.84%
Potassium:90.84mg
2.6%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.42%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.34%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.96%
Vitamin K:1.83µg
1.74%
Source:My Recipes