Viennese Chocolate Cake
Description
Delicious baked treat for the whole family. The recipe for Viennese chocolate cake is actually very simple. Its rich flavor will delight both adults and children alike. Use liquid jam or preserves for soaking the layers, or additionally prepare a sweet syrup to make the cake layers even more moist. A perfect choice for a festive dessert. The baked goods are ready. Serve at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Here is the set of ingredients you will need if you decide to try this simple recipe for Viennese chocolate cake in your own kitchen.
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Step 2
2. Melt the chocolate in the microwave or using a double boiler. Combine salt, flour, and cinnamon, then sift together. Beat the melted butter with the egg yolks until smooth. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites into stiff peaks.
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Step 3
3. Combine the yolks with the chocolate, then add about one-third of the egg whites. Mix gently, gradually sift in the flour. Finally, add the remaining egg whites and mix until smooth. Grease the baking pan with butter and dust with flour. Pour in the batter and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for about 35 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Carefully remove the cake from the pan and let it cool completely. In a small saucepan, combine a small amount of sugar with water and heat over the stove. Cool to room temperature.
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Step 5
5. Carefully cut the cake layer in half. Soak each half with syrup. Spread about half of the apricot jam on one half. I want to point out right away that the classic Viennese chocolate cake recipe calls for apricot jam specifically, and no other type of jam.
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Step 6
6. Cover with the second cake layer, spread the top and sides with the remaining jam, and refrigerate the cake for half an hour. To prepare the glaze, melt chocolate chips with butter, then add cream. Pour the glaze over the cake and let it chill for 3-4 hours.
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Step 7
7. Now you know how to make a Viennese chocolate cake and hopefully will try this recipe in your own kitchen.