Swedish Chocolate Cake π«π°
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 1 yummy cake
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of this decadent Swedish Chocolate Cake, a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight treat, a festive Christmas dessert, or a contribution to a potluck, this cake is sure to impress with its moist texture and irresistible chocolate taste.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Shortening |
| 1 1/2 | Sugar |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 3 | Baking chocolate |
| 2 | Cake flour |
| 2 | Baking powder |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1/4 | Baking soda |
| 1 | Heavy cream |
| 2 | Vanilla extract |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 325Β°F (160Β°C) to ensure it’s ready when your cake is prepared.
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Prepare pan: Butter a bundt pan generously, ensuring all surfaces are coated. Sprinkle approximately 2 tablespoons of dry breadcrumbs evenly onto the buttered surface, coating it thoroughly. This will prevent the cake from sticking to the pan.
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Cream shortening and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shortening and sugar. Cream them together until well combined and smooth.
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Add eggs: Gradually add the eggs to the creamed mixture, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Beat the mixture well after each addition.
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Incorporate chocolate: Stir in the melted baking chocolate until it’s evenly distributed throughout the batter, creating a luscious chocolate base.
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Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. This ensures that these dry ingredients are thoroughly mixed and free of any lumps.
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Mix cream and vanilla extract: In a small bowl, combine the heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring until well blended.
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Alternate additions: Gradually add the dry ingredients and the cream mixture to the chocolate batter, alternating between the two. Start and end with the dry ingredients, incorporating them into the batter gently until just combined. This method helps to ensure a light and tender crumb in the finished cake.
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Pour batter: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly to ensure it bakes uniformly.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown and spring back lightly to the touch when done.
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Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps prevent the cake from breaking apart when removing it from the pan.
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Serve: Once cooled, slice the Swedish Chocolate Cake and serve it as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Enjoy the rich and indulgent flavors of this Swedish Chocolate Cake, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings any time of year!
