Cake
Description
The recipe won't take much time. I want to share with you an amazing version. The baked goods are ready. Serve at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Take about 120 grams of chocolate and melt it over a water bath.
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Step 2
2. Sift the flour with the baking powder into a deep bowl.
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Step 3
3. Combine half of the softened butter with sugar. In this recipe for "Devil's Food" cake, brown sugar is used in addition to white sugar. Beat until smooth.
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Step 4
4. Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Add the yolks one at a time to the butter, continuing to whisk.
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Step 5
5. Gradually add the chocolate.
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Step 6
6. Add a pinch of salt, gradually sift in the flour in small portions. Mix thoroughly, then slowly pour in the milk in a thin stream.
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Step 7
7. The dough should be smooth and free of lumps.
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Step 8
8. Add a pinch of citric acid to the reserved egg whites. Start beating at a low speed and beat until stiff peaks form.
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Step 9
9. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter, gently mixing them in. It's important to maintain the airiness to achieve a perfect "Devil's Food Cake" at home.
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Step 10
10. Grease a heat-resistant baking dish with oil or line it with parchment paper. Place the dough in the dish and put it into the preheated oven. Bake the cake for about 30-40 minutes until done at 180 degrees.
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Step 11
11. Let the baked crust cool in the pan for 5–7 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack and leave it overnight. This is a crucial step—the crust must rest thoroughly.
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Step 12
12. Combine half of the cream with 200 grams of chocolate and place over heat. Melt, stirring constantly, then pour in the remaining cream. Remove from heat, cover with plastic wrap, and leave overnight together with the cake layer.
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Step 13
13. In the morning, beat until fluffy. If desired, add vanilla extract, liqueur, or brandy for flavor.
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Step 14
14. Melt the remaining chocolate over a water bath. Add honey and stir in the softened butter.
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Step 15
15. Beat until smooth. Then chill the cream in the refrigerator for a couple of hours.
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Step 16
16. Cut each cake layer in half horizontally and spread with chocolate buttercream.
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Step 17
17. Also spread cream on the top and sides. Now let the cake soak for at least 4-5 hours. It's best to let it sit overnight.
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Step 18
18. That's it, now you know how to make the "Devil's Food Cake."