Holiday Delight: Master This Stunning Cake for Your Next Festivity
If you're on the lookout for holiday treats to delight your guests in the upcoming festivities, look no further. I'm about to introduce you to a tasty cake that's not only a feast for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.
12:34 PM EDT, March 18, 2024
So, there's a lot to get excited about. Don't wait any longer to dive into the recipe below. This cake is unlike any you've seen before - a true perfect score in every aspect!
Ingredients:
Sponge cake:
- 6 eggs,
- 1 cup of sugar,
- 1 cup of cake flour,
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder,
- 3 teaspoons of cocoa,
- about 1.8 oz of finely chopped dark chocolate.
Creamy filling:
- about 10.1 fl oz of 36% cream,
- 4 tablespoons of powdered sugar.
Extra touches:
- 2 bars of dark chocolate, melted,
- about 1.8 oz of hazelnuts, for sprinkling.
Preparation:
Step 1. Begin by preparing the sponge cake. Separate the egg whites from the yolks, beating the whites until stiff. Gradually incorporate the sugar and yolks into the beaten whites.
Step 2. Sift the cake flour, baking powder, cocoa, and add the finely chopped dark chocolate to the egg mixture.
Step 3. Pour the mixture into a baking pan and bake in a preheated oven at 347 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.
Step 4. Once warm, sprinkle both sides of the sponge cake with powdered sugar, then roll it into a roll using a kitchen towel. Allow it to cool completely.
Step 5. Meanwhile, prepare the cream for the roll by whipping the chilled cream with powdered sugar.
Step 6. Trim the edges of the cooled sponge cake, spread the cream evenly over the surface, roll the cake back into a roll, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 7. After chilling, decorate the cake with chocolate topping and chopped hazelnuts. Ready to enjoy!
