Decadent Dark Chocolate Bliss: A Heavenly Australian Delight

Dark Chocolate Cake Recipe

Description:

This rich and decadent Dark Chocolate Cake recipe is a timeless classic from The Australian Women’s Weekly Cookbook, perfect for indulging in a slice of chocolate heaven. 🍫💫 It’s a delightful treat that’s ideal for any dessert table, whether it’s for a weeknight indulgence or a special occasion potluck. The combination of deep, dark chocolate flavors with a creamy sour cream frosting is simply irresistible.

Overview:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
• Yield: 1 cake

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chocolate Mixture:

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   • Stir hot coffee gradually into the cocoa until well combined.

2. Cream Butter and Sugar:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups of sugar with the butter, egg yolks, salt, vanilla, and half of the cocoa mixture.
   • Beat the mixture until it becomes light and creamy.

3. Prepare Sour Cream Mixture:

   • Mix the bicarbonate of soda and sour cream together until well combined.

4. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:

   • To the butter and sugar mixture, add the sour cream mixture and the remaining coffee-cocoa mixture alternately with sifted flour.
   • Stir until everything is well combined.

5. Prepare the Meringue:

   • In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
   • Gradually add the 1/2 cup of sugar while beating, until the meringue stands in stiff peaks.

6. Fold in the Meringue:

   • Gently fold the meringue into the chocolate mixture until evenly incorporated.

7. Bake the Cake:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • Pour the batter into a deep 23cm (9 inch) or 25cm (10 inch) greased and lined cake tin.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and Assemble:

   • Allow the cake to cool completely in the tin.
   • Once cooled, carefully split the cake into 2 layers.
   • Fill the layers with freshly whipped cream.

9. Prepare the Frosting:

   • For the Sour Cream Frosting, melt the dark chocolate over hot water.
   • Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
   • Stir in the sour cream and a pinch of salt.
   • Gradually add sifted icing sugar and beat until the frosting reaches a spreading consistency.

10. Frost and Serve:

    • Spread a thin layer of the Sour Cream Frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
    • Refrigerate the cake until the frosting is firm and set.
    • Slice and serve this luscious Dark Chocolate Cake, indulging in the rich, chocolatey goodness with every bite! 🍰✨

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 4955.1
• Total Fat: 246.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 145.8g
• Cholesterol: 1002.8mg
• Sodium: 4830.9mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 667.4g
  • Dietary Fiber: 38.8g
  • Sugars: 400.8g
• Protein: 79.9g

Keywords:

Australian, Potluck, Sweet, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Inexpensive

Enjoy this delightful Dark Chocolate Cake, a true crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for any chocolate lover’s craving! 🍫🎂