Chaucktau Cake
Dive into indulgence with the bold and decadent Chaucktau Cake, a chocolate lover's dream with a spicy twist! This rich and moist chocolate cake is elevated by layers of creamy buttercream and topped with a luxurious spiced dark chocolate ganache infused with a hint of cinnamon and a playful kick of cayenne pepper. Perfect for special occasions or when you crave something extraordinary, this dessert balances sweet, chocolatey decadence with just the right amount of heat to tantalize your taste buds. Easy to follow and baked in just over half an hour, this show-stopping treat serves 10 and pairs beautifully with coffee or tea, making it the ultimate centerpiece for your dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 60 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 240 milliliters whole milk
- 120 milliliters vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 240 milliliters boiling water
- 225 grams unsalted butter (softened)
- 400 grams powdered sugar
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70%)
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease two 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
Slowly mix in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal. Divide the batter equally between the prepared pans.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the buttercream, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and mix until smooth and fluffy. Set aside.
To prepare the spiced chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped dark chocolate in a bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Add the cinnamon and cayenne pepper, stirring to combine.
To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread an even layer of buttercream over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining buttercream.
Pour the cooled spiced chocolate ganache over the frosted cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth if desired.
Let the ganache set for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Chaucktau Cake with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 314 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.3 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 251 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
