Would I make four layers and bake half at a time? Thank you! Yay!!!! Whisk in sugar, then add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla. Thank you so much for trying the recipe! I froze each cake and leveled and cut (after defrosting by leaving out overnight still wrapped) when still a little chilled which made it much easier to handle. I had plenty of batter for my three 9 x 2 pans. Glad you liked the cake! This will distribute the heat more evenly. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I think 1.5 batch of the 6-inch recipe is enough to make a 7-inch. Alison, thank you so much for sharing your feedback and tips. I came upon your recipe while searching for chocolate cake recipes that are sturdy enough for carving. I am currently working on the recipes for the other sizes of this chocolate cake and also the vanilla version. (8-inch cake pans with shorter sides may cause an overflow in your oven.) That serving adjustment feature in the print page was already removed. Definitely freeze it!! 1 cup = 250ml, so its confusing. It was amazing! How many eggs is 168 grams equivalent to?.. If you dont have a pan the is 3-inch high, you may also use two 82 pans but you have to bake it in 2 batches to get 4 layers. Do you have any suitable substitutes for milk and butter? From where I am, 1 large egg (without the shell) is more or less 50 grams. I made this, but just converted the regular receipe that does not have the addidtional oil. From the fridge, take out the cake layers and frost them. Thanks! Many thanks for any help! Also how many kgs batter does the entire recipe yield please. #2: Choose the Best Base Shape Decide which base shape will work best for your finished cake. Serve with a scoop or . For the cocoa powder, it should be any dutch processed or alkalized cocoa powder. Bake cakes until they feel firm in the center and a toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs on it, about 35-40 minutes. A cake with a soft crumb and yet taste delicious. I looks amazing. Eeek. Cake: Unsalted butter, for greasing. Please it. Glad you liked it, Arlene! Im going to try the vanilla cake recipe next time. Happy baking!:). It was so soft and chocklety and delishious. Recipe Never Miss A Cake Total Time: 50 mins Serves: 7 cups Add oil, egg, vanilla and milk to the flour mixture and beat well to combine, about 30 seconds. It is great for any special occasion and any frosting will work with it! Toothpick inserted in center should come out clean and top should spring back when pressed. We need the deep, dark chocolate flavor. However, after the adjustments, using DIY cake strips and lowering the bake time to 42 min the layers came out beautifully. Season the meat with black pepper. , On my goodness, what a cake!! Turn mixer to medium and blend well for approximately 2 minutes. If you are going to bake the cake layers ahead of wedding day, I recommend brushing them with simple syrup as you stack the layers. Fluffy, smelled and tasted lovely, easy to make. Thank you for sharing your tips too. Instructions. Would it be ok to use other cocoa powder? For making this with a 10in round cake what would be the measurement differences/baking time? You can unsubscribe anytime. Wow! It's not as dense as a pound or sponge cake but not as delicate as a simple moist, classic chocolate, or death by chocolate cake recipes. I have used it many times and it holds up great when using fondant! Total time: 40 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Yields: 6 servings Cuisine: American Number of ingredients: 9 Ingredients: 12 oz AP Flour (I like king arthur brand) 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 8 oz unsalted butter (room temp) 12 oz granulated sugar (I like superfine) 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 4 large eggs (room temp) For example, 300 grams eggs x 1.25 = 375 grams of eggs for the 9-inch pan. the center is not wet). Mixture should look smooth, not broken or lumpy. Kept its moist dense texture for a week. Amal, Today; Dawn's Vanilla Butter Cake . Smooth the tops with a rubber spatula. I froze the cakes before assembling them, and all went very well. Here is a chart of the amount of ingredients youll need depending on pan size: Follow the same procedure as written in the recipe but you may need to adjust the baking time. Make the cake: Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder (if using) together in a large bowl. Worked great and Im saving this recipe for good. I made this for my granddaughters 2nd birthday, and it was a huge hit! Hi Kyla, thats a great question! Thank you, Ruchi. 3 cups (600 grams) granulated sugar 1 2/3 cups (320 grams) canola oil. Unfortunately, I have not tried making this in a half sheet pan so I dont have the exact measurements. Thank you for sharing your feedback! Tried to halve the recipe for an 8x2 cake tin as my tins are 8x1. Hi Grazia, glad you enjoyed this and had success converting it to 7 and 9-inch! I need to use this recipe for exactly same measurements as yours for my daughters wedding cake (the 1st Ive ever made) Did you get a reply to your questions. Thanks for the recipe! You have baking soda and baking powder in the ingredients but only reference baking soda in the instructions. 1 small package instant chocolate pudding mix. Once all ingredients are mixed turn mixer to medium and mix for approximately 2 minutes. is it better to put in fridge than the freezer? I cant seem to find the ratio for 10 for the chocolate recipe. Hi, Nick. You would need to use a 63 pan. This chocolate carving is delicious on its own, especially when it's fresh so don't be afraid to use it for not just sculpting. But, unfortunately, this year, our child developed a dairy intolerance. You are here Thank you for the recipe. The glitch happened only when the number of servings was adjusted in the printing option(s) page. I was concerned the cakes wouldnt turn out. Thanks. On her blogs, you will find delicious, easy and practical recipes often with instructional videos and tutorials for the home cook. I don't see why you couldn't make a pudding mix of your own. I doubled the 6 inch recipe for my 10 inch pans. 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 1 1/2 cups warm water (or brewed coffee) 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting I need a 14 inch chocolate cake that will support 3 tiers on top. In previous attempts ive tried combining the 6 and 8 ratios in some way but now planning for my own wedding cake, so need to be a bit more planned rather than winging it haha. Hello, Shaz! I add foil and store in a ziplock whenever I freeze them to protect from freezer burns. It looks like Cake Central changed their format for recipes and lost something in the copy and pasting. It is best to bake cakes on the center rack alternatively, rotate the cake pans halfway through baking for even baking. Id like to test this recipe out. My daughters birthday is coming up soon. Do you know how long it would keep in a freezer for? Combine: Fold the egg whites into the batter until no streaks of whites remain. Pro tip - freezing the cake for an hour will make it easier to carve with fewer cake crumbs. - Always use large size eggs when baking unless specified. I would have worried I'd done something wrong if I hadn't of known. $10.94. Lightly grease 2x 9-inch (22cm) round cake pans with butter. Once decorated the cake does not need to be refrigerated unless you use perishable frosting or filling. Hope to hear from you soon cuz it s urgent thanks!! Thanks for saving the day! It's very similar to the Darn Good Chocolate cake recipe. Use a scale to measure out 4 ounces to replace the commercial pudding mix. Everyone was raving about the cake. The cake layers can be frozen prior to final assembly; in fact, they're easier to work with when frozen. I wish you could see how soft and moist my carving cake recipes are. I havent tested making this recipe using an egg substitute so I am not sure; sorry about that. For this recipe, it has to be Dutched Process Cocoa. Hi Trish. =). The steps to make this chocolate cake are actually simple. I live at 6800 ft. above sea level, is this recipe high altitude approved??? This time, I used cake strips, and you can really see the difference in terms of doming! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hi Trish, Add the chocolate chips to a medium-sized bowl (see my tips on making chocolate ganache ). Its really study! Is it worth refrigerating instead? Thank you! This is the fluffiest cake batter ever! Grease and line the bottom of each cake pan with parchment paper. Thats awesome! When the batter appears blended, stop the mixer and scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. What would the measurements be if I need to make a 9*13? The toothpick test should be ok. Did it crumble while you are taking the cake out of the pan? It was moist, yummy and had the perfect consistency. It turned out dark, moist with a rich chocolate flavor. This cake can keep for up to a week but I highly recommend freezing it as it on Sunday if you plan to frost on Wednesday. substituted 200ml of the total boiling water with 200ml of filter coffee (decaf for the kids cake). mostly Ill use it for the 10 cake. However, I can say that this cake serves 15 to 20 people. You can keep it longer if you wrap well in plastic and keep it in the fridge. The cake rose right up to the top of the cake pan. Preheat the oven to 350F. I printed out the recipe to make only 2 layers but your recipe didnt calculate the boiling water properly. Hi, Thank you for your recipe and tips. Note that for all recipes in this website, I am using conventional oven (no fan). Once all ingredients are mixed turn mixer to medium and mix for approximately 2 minutes. I will definitely make this again! So I used 60gms hung curd per egg. =) Thank you for sharing your feedback and congratulations baby is coming soon! Hi, Ive been asked to make a tiered chocolate cake for a wedding. Instructions. This chocolate cake perfect for carving will prove the best sculpting cake recipe for you. If you need to make a cake like this in Vanilla, head on to Fluffy and Buttery Vanilla Cake recipe. Note that I am using a conventional oven (no fan). Your husband is one lucky guy. Being a professional cake decorator and food blogger for over ten years she has been featured in many online magazines and publications around the world. Sorry, your cake didnt turn out well! Put the butter and chocolate into a medium saucepan, then stir over a low heat until melted and smooth. Im happy you liked the outcome given the substitution youve made! So, if you choose to make a cake for 60 then you'd multiply the recipe times 3 and follow the same method as below. Add eggs one at a time, fully combining each egg before adding the next. Will this cake support at 12,10,8 inch rounds. 7 cups of batter makes about two 8" round cakes. A really rich chocolate flavour that held up perfectly when stacking. Kiddiekakes: I've used this with several different boxed mixes & pudding flavors now. Overall, I thought this chocolate cake is great te be in a bakers back pocket. Thank you. But, freezing it hard will make it difficult to carve with more crumbs. Also, why put coffee in a chocolate cake - I am not abig coffee fan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter three 9-inch round cake pans and dust with flour, dumping out excess. I don't like chocolate cake and I can't bake it for the life of me (high altitude)but this one turned out fabulous even in 10" rounds!! This chocolate cake has a soft, fluffy crumb tender yet stable enough for layering. Most complicated cake carvings will need a series of templates, so try to get images of your shape from every angle. Thanks. Thanks so much!! However, for the brandy, I have not tried baking with alcohol yet Sorry I wont be of much help for that part! Be sure to use natural cocoa powder or this recipe won't turn out. I have recently updated to a new recipe card plugin, so thank you for pointing out the glitch in the servings adjustment. So sturdy without at all compromising on flavour, texture or moistness. =). Today I tried making it as directed for the 3x8in quantities but instead I put it in a 913 glass pyrex. In a large bowl combine flour, both sugars, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Awesome! Sift together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt into a large bowl. 7g baking powder (instead of 5g) After about 1 to 2 hours (depending on the weather too), the cake should be at room temp. Your cake does sound very decadent I would have to try the modifications you made. =). Recipes. could that be the reason? I baked mine for 80 minutes Im using a convection oven (no fan). Instructions. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean. Divide the batter in your pans and bake until a cake tester inserted into the centers come out clean. Required fields are marked *. One question, i like to make my recipes from scratch. I baked a 10 inch tier by doubling the 6 inch recipe and baking the cake layers at 325 for about 40 minutes, using a wet strip around each of the 2 pans. Hello, Natasha. 08 of 25. I would love to see your cake! True, it does have a longer shelf life than most other cakes. Hey muhammadayyan, so glad to know that this is the perfect chocolate cake for you! Your vanilla recipe is my home to, cant wait to try this chocolate version, Youre welcome! Wellso far so good! Thank you so much! You can make this up to 1 week ahead and then freeze the cake layers, though the closer to the event date the better. I am not sure since I havent tried, but if I were to do it I think the quantities for the 6-inch would be enough. =). I filled the layers with chocolate frosting and raspberry jam. TIP: As not all ovens are the same, always check your cake for doneness a few minutes earlier than the suggested baking time. That's it. I havent used this recipe for a cupcake, but I dont see any reason why not. Thank you so much for trying the recipe. Sorry for the confusion! This is the perfect chocolate cake recipe I am looking for, the dry looking but moist and fluffy texture when you bite it. Im REALLY glad you loved it! A homemade birthday cake is always the best. Our family loves Bluey and this chocolate cake too. Could you please tell me the proportions please? Can this cake hold the weight of fondant? Having said that, you can use salted butter in most cakes and omit the salt in the recipe. I used this recipe for my sons birthday last month and it was incredible! It was easy to make and easy to carve. For example, a heart shape is easiest to cut out from a round cake. It cut all the rest of the ingredients down ok, but I used 3 cups of boiling water as that is what the recipe indicated, and it came out way too runny. I made this cake for my grandsons birthday yeaterday. I want to use this chocolate cake as part of a mousse cake. I cannot guarantee its accuracy. For round pans, spray pans with nonstick cooking spray, then line bottoms with parchment paper. Instructions. Next, add the flour mixture followed by the buttermilk and coffee in three batches. Set aside to cool while you make the batter. I used it for a three tier wedding cake for a friends wedding. Next time use baking strips or cover the pans with aluminum fold while baking. This Fluffy and Buttery Vanilla Cake recipe has been my most popular recipe on this site. But I think I'm too late for your January cake! Anyway, since Im still new to the baking world, may I ask how will I adjust the recipe if Im going to make 9 round cakes for my carved cake project? So that it won't flow over or crisp at the top? I'm going to do a "ditto" here and ask the same question. You can use caster sugar instead of granulated sugar. , Thanks! Thank you for letting me know! (I like to be more exact). To make the 10 inch, double the 6 inch recipe, bake at 325 for about 40 minutes, and use baking strips around the pans. Ive used this recipe to make a3-tiered wedding cakeso I can say that while it is soft and fluffy, it is firm enough to use in multi-tiered cakes. This can also be used for cupcakes, but may I also suggest you try the chocolate cupcake in this recipe? Hi there! Super fluffy yet perfect denseness for stacking. Thank you for this lovely chocolate cake recipe! Is it possible to share recipe for making two kg chocolate cake please. Love this cake but it made a lot more than I neededcan you freeze it? Everyone loves it. As always, not all ovens are the same so its better to check for doneness about 15 mins before the estimated time then add as necessary. I appreciate the reply. How would I covert the measurements? I did used a simple syrup with cocoa added to each layer before stacking. Just dont want to go ahead and make it without knowing. For example, I can't say, you need two of these for a car cake. Its a top notch. =) For the hung curd, did you use the same amount as needed if you were using eggs? I then torte each cake into two, giving me a total of four 6-inch layers, as you see in the photos. I did a 6, 8 & 10. Reduce speed to medium-low then add the eggs, one at a time, beating until each addition is incorporated before adding the next one. I do brush with syrup before wrapping. I must say this is the best butterbased chocolate cake I have ever baked. I think chilling the cake first would help too. Would a 6 vanilla and 6 chocolate work marbled together for the 8 tier? I was wondering if a little brandy might be included too and, if so, how would we need to compensate for it? What I do when this happens, is I use the domed part of the cakes and reuse it. Thank you for sharing your feedback, Suky! I love this recipe! Sift dry ingredients - flour, salt, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder. I need to do a 3D chocolate cake and would love to use this recipe :D Thank you! I am going to try this recipe out this week. Thank you again so much. I made a lovely Black Forest cake for Christmas this year with alternating white chocolate namelaka and cherry filling layers and Swiss meringue buttercream frosting (decorating for the top and bare-ish sides). Your review really helps so I appreciate you for taking the time to write one. Hi Kayleigh! My daughter and her girls even loved it plain, without any frosting! The cake came out so fluffy and velvety in texture and super delicious. Hey! not sure if i'm using this recipe wrong, tried to make a 13x9 and it only rose 1 inch :( are you supposed to replace the ingridients on the box with the ones listed?? Invert and cool on a. Spoon equal amounts into pans and using spatula even out the batter. It can stay at room temperature for two days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just dont forget to fill your cupcake liners 2/3 full. Please also note that baking time will change as you are using a different pan size and theres more batter in each pan so watch out for visual cues. Weighing so much butter, right?! Rate the recipeand leave a comment below. Yes, you can replace granulated sugar with caster sugar as long as you are measuring by weight Caster has finer granules. And yet, even a dense cake will stay at room temperature for only 3 to 4 days. I made it to go either peanut butter frosting at it was GORGEOUS! I dont have much experience in baking with high altitudes. How hard is this to carve? It was a hit at my daughters birthday. Box 5501, Aloha, OR 97006, This chocolate cake has great flavor and texture but is sturdy enough to be used in carved cakes! I then assembled and frosted the cake 1 day before the wedding day. Try this doctored mix for a delicious cake that won't crumble when you need it to hold-up. 710 grams (710 ml / 3 cups) boiling water, Sturdy Yet Moist and Fluffy Chocolate Cake. I made a massive wedding cake with the middle tier (10 inch 3 layers) being this chocolate cake recipe. So using that guide, I would get 3 1/3 large eggs. Once cut always cover the cut side of the cake with plastic wrap so the cake does not dry out. I havent tried using self-raising flour for this recipe, so I could not say about the outcome, sorry. The cake was just as described, sturdy for stacking and still fluffy and fudge-like. However, I reduced the sugar by half used 300g as against the 600g the recipe called for and Im glad I did. Whip Egg Whites: In another large bowl whip the egg whites until you reach medium stiff peaks. I havent tried doing a 12-inch cake ever, but I would say double the 8-inch recipe and that should be enough for 123 cake pan. definitely a five star for me! Scrape the bowl halfway through mixing Bring back to low mixing, add in eggs one at a time. I was originally going to try your vanilla cake recipe for my daughters birthday but then she told me she wants a chocolate cake so Ill try this one instead! I too, was glad to be warned about the thickness. Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment (or you can use a whisk) mix the oil, eggs, and vanilla together on medium-high speed until combined. Unfortunately, I dont have experience using alcohol with cakes so I am not sure about your other question. I am making a tall 7 cake and wanted to know would doubling the 6 recipe work well? A chocolate cake recipe that is so incredibly easy to whip up and makes the most fluffy, chocolatey cake ever! Hi Trish! I live in a mountain range and have to adjust for elevation with the ingredients. I hope this helps. Thanks for letting me know. Thank you! Heat oven to 160C/fan 140C/gas 3. Thats awesome, Lisa! Shannon is correct in saying it should be on the same line. I saw a previous comment about freezing the layers separately. baked the cakes at 185C for about 40min (7inch) and 50min (9inch) Preferably in a bowl with a spout, whisk the cocoa and boiling water until smooth. My daughters birthday is coming up. So i imagine it can be stacked using fondant as well ? Hi Trish, A few weeks ago I did a test bake of the 6 layers and the brides family loved it (my husband too). Whisk thoroughly to combine well. oil, and milk. Loved this recipe so much. Well done. Thanks for sharing! Followed the directions to the letter, the cake fell apart when I tried stacking it. Hi, Could I use this cake with fondant? I have not made this chocolate cake in 10-inch yet. I just want to make one 63 inch cake. Just two steps! Mix to combine. Pauline (in Wales). Microwave the cream mixture for 30 seconds and then in 15-second increments until it is just simmering. They turned out perfectly! I dont recommend using normal cocoa powder. Thank you. Conversions Used 1 lb = 453 grams, 1 cup = 240 ml, 1 stick = 113g, 1 tbsp= 15 ml, 1 tsp= 5 ml, Ingredients 1 cup (227 g) Butter (unsalted, room temperature) 1 cup (200 g) Sugar (granulated) 2 cups (250 g) All-purpose flour I'm glad I was warned about the batter being thick. - I prefer to use unsalted butter so I can control the quantity of salt in my recipe. Your results may vary. Recipe Index Home Recipes Cakes Recipes, Published -Jan 31, 2012 Modified -Apr 17, 2021 Veena Azmanov This post may contain affiliate links to Amazon and other sides. Set aside. Then place it into these 2 different sizes of pans? Thanks to the cocoa dissolved in boiling water; it gives the cake an extraordinarily full and intense chocolate flavor. Preheat oven to 350. So as a guide one large egg weighs between 50 to 60 grams. =), I have a question I have 2 9x3 springform pans Im very unsure about measuring the ingredients are there any tips in the recipe to use these pans with please Id appreciate it a lot my last cake it was flat and small so I definitely need help with measuring the recipe for 9 please thank you guys . One of the most important things necessary to sculpt a novelty cake is a perfect base. Hello, Lotti! I freeze the cake whole (properly wrapped, of course). Why is only the egg white used in this recipe? I put chocolate frosting and raspberry jam between the layers. I baked this last night to see how it would work for sculpting. This is a keeper recipe. =). Yes, you would definitely need dowels/rods to support them. After torting and leveling the cakes, the total height of my cake is about 4.5 inches. . The batter should be slightly thick like in the step-by-step photo 5(step 5). For the purpose of testing, I baked each size in two different cake pan heights: For the 6-inch cake recipe, I divided the batter into two 63 pans. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, vanilla, red food coloring, sour cream, veg. Best chocolate cake recipe I have ever had and this is my go to for any occasion. Make the frosting: In a large bowl using a hand-held mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes. tightly wrap each cake layer with cling wrap, then wrap again with aluminum foil to protect from freezer burn. Line base with parchment paper. Hi, When you ask a person how they like their cake, almost everyone will say rich and moist. Premium vanilla can be expensive, which is why I make my homemade, (brewed (1 teaspoon coffee powder in cup water)), Preheat your oven to 325F/165C/ Gas Mark 3. Thank you! Should it be frozen first? Can you please clarify? Hi I really want to try this recipe but would like to make it in three 6x2inch pans. I knew my go to fudgy chocolate cake recipe would be far too soft and moist for a super tall cake so I found this one and gave it a shot. My cakes did take a lot longer to bake than the times some others have commented, but thats no problem they were baked at 325 degrees with wet (in cold water) magic cake strips. He was thrilled , Black forest and whoopie pies sound wonderful, Stephanie! (To make a four-layer cake, use two 9" round pans; the layers will each be split in half.) Finally I have a chocolate cake recipe that I can trust! 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