Indulging in the rich, velvety delight of chocolate is a universal pleasure. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, there's nothing quite like a homemade chocolate dessert to satisfy your cravings. In this article, we'll explore a delightful recipe for a decadent chocolate dessert that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you longing for more.
Ingredients :
-For the cake:
- 4 eggs
- 100 g of sugar
- 10 g of vanilla sugar
- 50 ml of milk
- 50 ml of oil
- 80g flour
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 8 g of baking powder
-For garnish and decoration:
- 200 g boiled condensed milk (dulce de leche)
- 200 ml whipped cream
- 100 g peanuts (peanuts), unsalted
- 20 g of white chocolate
- 150 ml of milk
- 100 ml of coffee
- 50g whipped cream
- 5 g of almond flakes
- 200g dark chocolate
- 40 ml of oil
- 100 g peanuts (peanuts), unsalted
Instructions :
1.Preparation of the cake:
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (thermostat 6).
2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar and vanilla sugar until the mixture is foamy and doubles in volume.
3. Add the milk and oil, then mix well.
4. Add the sifted flour, cocoa powder and baking powder.
5. Mix gently until the dough is smooth.
6. Pour the dough into a previously buttered and floured mold.
7. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool completely before preparing the filling.
2. Preparation of the filling and decoration:
1. Crush the peanuts into small pieces.
2. Melt the white chocolate with a little milk in a bain-marie or in the microwave. Reserve.
3. Mix the coffee with the milk.
4. In a bowl, whip the whipped cream until it forms stiff peaks.
5. In another bowl, mix the boiled condensed milk with the crushed peanuts.
6. Melt the dark chocolate with the oil in a bain-marie or in the microwave, then leave to cool slightly.
3. Assembling the dessert:
1. Cut the cooled cake horizontally in half.
2. Generously soak the bottom part of the cake with the coffee-milk mixture.
3. Spread the boiled condensed milk mixture with the peanuts on the bottom of the cake.
4. Place half of the whipped cream on this layer.
5. Carefully place the second half of the cake on top.
6. Cover the cake with melted chocolate on the top and sides.
7. Pour the melted white chocolate over the top of the cake to create a decorative effect.
8. Decorate with almond flakes.
9. Let the cake sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Tips for Success:
- For an extra rich flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and dark chocolate.
- Don't overmix the batter, as this can result in a dense and tough cake.
- Make sure to grease your cake pan well or use parchment paper to prevent the cake
from sticking.
- Feel free to get creative with the toppings! Chopped nuts, chocolate shavings, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar can all add a beautiful finishing touch.
- Serve your chocolate dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat that's sure to impress your guests.
With its moist and tender crumb, rich chocolate flavor, and endless customization options, this chocolate dessert recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're whipping it up for a special occasion or just because, it's sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. So go ahead, treat yourself to a slice of chocolatey bliss—you deserve it!
