How To Make Easter Chocolate Truffle Cake
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
- Easter-themed decorations, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the melted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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While the cake is cooling, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Let it sit for a minute, then whisk until smooth and shiny.
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Once the cake is completely cooled, evenly spread the chocolate truffle mixture on top.
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Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set the truffle layer.
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Remove the cake from the refrigerator and dust with powdered sugar. Add Easter-themed decorations for an extra festive touch.
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Slice and serve this delectable Easter chocolate truffle cake to enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 540kcal
- Total Fat : 32g
- Saturated Fat : 19g
- Cholesterol : 147mg
- Sodium : 221mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 60g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 37g
- Protein : 8g
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