Cake
Description
I gave this cake as a birthday gift. My friend was thrilled with such a surprise. Of course, I had to complement this present with a bottle of champagne. It turned out quite budget-friendly, yet very impressive! No wonder they say the best gift is the one made by hand. Serve it warm or chilled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
Break the chocolate into pieces and melt it over a double boiler. Pour in the milk and stir until smooth. Then beat the sugar and butter, add the egg yolks and the cooled chocolate mixture.
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Step 2
Sift the flour into the chocolate mixture. Mix with a spatula until a smooth consistency is achieved. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold them into the chocolate mixture. Transfer the batter into a silicone mold and bake at 180°C for 45–55 minutes.
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Step 3
Now prepare the cream. Thoroughly beat the powdered sugar, cocoa, and softened butter. To make the ganache, break the milk and dark chocolate into pieces and add them to the boiling cream. Cut the cake layer in half and fill it with the cream, then spread half of the ganache over the top.
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Step 4
Transfer the cake to a rack and let its surface set slightly. Then pour the other part of the ganache over the cake. This will create a dense chocolate layer. Place the cake in the refrigerator. Once set, decorate with cream and write the name "Anna."