Aromatic Chocolate Cake
Description
The pastry is easy and quick to prepare. I add prepared coffee to the dough, which contributes not only color but also an unmatched aroma. You can use instant or brewed coffee—just be sure to strain it to avoid any granules. You can also add walnuts, almonds, or other nuts to the cake.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. In a bowl, mix flour, 2 cups sugar, a pinch of salt, ¾ cup cocoa, and baking soda.
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Step 2
2. In a separate container, mix vegetable oil, vinegar, and hot coffee, then pour the resulting mixture into the flour mixture, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and stir.
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Step 3
3. Divide the dough between 2 baking pans and place in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 35 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Remove the baked goods from the oven and let them cool in the pan.
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Step 5
5. Place the butter in a saucepan and melt it.
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Step 6
6. Add the remaining sugar, cocoa, and a pinch of salt to the butter, mix well.
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Step 7
7. Pour in the heavy cream and sour cream, cook over low heat, but do not bring to a boil.
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Step 8
8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the vanilla extract, stirring with a whisk. Cover the glaze with plastic wrap and set aside for several hours to cool and set.
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Step 9
9. Place one cake layer down, spread half of the prepared glaze on it, then top with the second cake layer and pour the remaining glaze over the top, spreading it to cover the sides. Let the cake sit for several hours, then serve.