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 Black Forest Cake/ Black Forest Cherry Torte Black Forest cake is a stunning and decadent chocolate-cherry cake and is surprisingly easy to make. A classic favorite throughout the world, this version is closer to the traditional German Black forest cake. It is a harmonious dessert with spongy chocolate cake layers, sandwiched with cherry filling, and the frosting is fresh,  whipped cream, and cherries. The term tortes come from the German word for elegant layer cakes with fruit, nut, or jam fillings. Black forest cake is one of the first cake that I fell in love with several years back. The best part of this cake is its light, spongy layers with delightful fresh cream frosting.  It is not too- overly sweet chocolate cake. It offered a sharp contrast to the dense and rich butter cakes that were more commonly available in our local bakery. Now those traditional butter cakes have a charm of its own, but and I fell in love with this elegant dessert mainly because o...

Rigo Jancsi Cake Baking partners challenge for February was the famous pastry cake Rigo Jancsi. This is one of Hungary's most famous dessert, a rich chocolate mousse cake. It has two layers of sponge cake with a thick layer of whipped chocolate cream . Finally the cake is topped with chocolate glaze. This recipe is shared by Swathi . Swathi adapted this recipe from  Joe Pastry . This recipe is also inspired from Greg Patent's book " A Baker's Odyssey ". The cake is named after a violinist Johnny Rigo and his scandalous love affair with the wife of Belgian Duke of Chimay. This cake was a big hit in my house. It is a dessert perfect for special occasions. The filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. This cake is laborious, but it is definitely worth the time. Try this, you will surely love it.   Ingredients  For the sponge cake: Butter- 6 tbs Cocoa powder- 1 tbs Egg- 5 separated Flour- 1/2 cup Salt- a pinch Semi sweet ch...

Chocolate Heart of Darkness Cakes This is baking partners second challenge recipe for April 2015. It is mini warm molten chocolate cake with a gooey chocolate center. These are highly addictive and can be served warm just like itself or with ice cream. The chocolaty center is attained from frozen truffles with melts as they bake in the oven. Thanks Swathi for giving me the opportunity to suggest recipes for this month's challenge. These cakes was in my to do wish list. I am so happy that I finally got and opportunity to try them. Recipe source:Death By Chocolate Cakes  By  Marcel Desaulniers To make Chocolate truffle 8 ounce semisweet baking chocolate heavy cream- 3/4 cup For the cake Butter- 5 ounce cut into pieces+ 2 tsp melted All propose flour- 2/3 cup Unsweetened cocoa- 1/2 cup Semi sweet baking chocolate- 8 ounce Egg-3 large Egg yolk- 2 granulated sugar- 1/2 vanilla extract- 1 tsp To make the truffles Place 8 ounce semi sweet ch...

Chocolate Chiffon Cake Baking partners challenge recipe for December was two yummy cakes suggested by Julie. I choose the Chocolate Chiffon Cake.Thanks Swathi and Julie to this challenge. Chiffon cakes and moist and tender with a spongy texture. It is a decadent cake and can be served as a tea time cake with boiled chocolate/ whipped cream or decorate it with icing to serve on any special occasion. Try this,you will surely love it. Ingredients Cake flour- 1 1/3 cup Cocoa powder- 2 1/2 tbs Eggs 5  ( separated)  Sugar- 3/4 cup Baking powder 1  tsp Baking soda 1/2 tsp Salt 1/4 tsp Vanilla extract 3/4 tsp Cream of tartar 1/2 tsp Brewed coffee- 1/2 cup Oil- 1/2 cup Vanilla essence- 1/2 tsp For the chocolate glaze Dark chocolate chocolate- 5 oz Butter 2tbs Heavy whipping cream- 3/4 cup Coffee 1tbsp For the frosting Butter- 3/4 stick Powder sugar- 1 1/3 cup Coffee- 1 tbs Separate the egg yolk and egg white .Leave at r...

Chocolate Cheesecake Chocolate cheesecake is time consuming yet decadent dessert. It has a smooth and creamy, literally melt in mouth texture. It has three layers- an easy to make chocolate crust,creamy center and smooth ganache topping. If you like a more delicate taste,use white chocolate instead of semi sweet or bitter chocolate. Ingredients For the crust Chocolate graham crackers crumbs- 1 1/3 cup melted butter- 3 tbs For the filling Full fat cream cheese- 2 packages(16 oz) Sugar- 3/4 cup Semi sweet/ bitter sweet chocolate-  5 oz Unsweetened Cocoa -2 tbs Vanilla extract- 1 tsp Eggs- 2 Sour cream- 3/4 cup Ganache topping Semi sweet chocolate- 3 oz Heavy cream- 1/4 cup   To make the crust process chocolate graham crackers in a food processor into fine crumbs (or put them in plastic bag and crush them very fine with a rolling pin). Add 3 tbs of melted butter and mix well till the mixture resembles wet sand. Grease 8 inch spring form pan wi...

French Chocolate Gateau This cake is for all those passionate chocolate lovers out there. There is a general enthusiasm for chocolates treats and it is an integral part of every happy occasion.Can you imagine any happy occasion without chocolate? I am an ardent chocolate fan and so is my kid. We both share the same passionate fondness for chocolates. Rich and luscious chocolate cake like Gateau, will definitely top the list as the most favored chocolate desserts. What richer and more delicious taste can you think of than a rich and gooey chocolate cake.This French classic is impressive and surprisingly easy to make cake.The moist interior of this chocolaty cake is due to the generous quantity of chocolate and butter. I am so glad I tried this French chocolate gateau/Gateau au chocolat and the texture was wonderful..gooey,moist and tender cake..absolutely divine chocolaty goodness. This cake is flour less, double chocolate cake and is definitely worth a try. It is ideal as...

Oreo Cookie Cake My kid is an Oreo cookie fan, so made this cake as a treat for a special occasion. It is chocolaty goodness and  real quick treat if you are in no mood for elaborate cake frosting and decorating. Powder some cookies and sprinkle on top, decorate with a few extra pieces of cookies and you are good to go.The cake is basic chocolate cake and the filling and frosting is creamy soft with the crunch of the chocolaty Oreo cookies. Ingredients Cake flour- 2 1/2 cup Cocoa-1/2 cup Sugar- 3/4 cup Egg-2 Butter- 5 tsp Baking powder- 1 1/2 tsp Baking soda- 1/2 tsp Salt- 1/4 tsp Vanilla essence-  1 1/2 tsp Buttermilk- 3/4 cup For the frosting Cream cheese- 8 oz Powdered sugar- 1 cup Salt- a pinch Vanilla extract- 1 tsp Heavy whipping cream 1 1/2 cup Oreo Cookies- 25 Pre heat oven to 350 degree F and grease and prepare cake tin. Mix cake flour,baking powder,baking soda and cocoa powder. In a large mixing bowl  beat sugar and butter ...

Chocolate Mocha Cake  Mocha cake as the name suggests is a dense moist coffee flavored chocolate cake. I adore coffee flavor and the combined flavor will not disappoint you. The frosting is butter cream flavored with cocoa and coffee.This is a delicious cake. I made it a one layer cake,but you can make into a two layer cake as well. Try this,you will surely love it. Recipe adapted from Ellie Krieger,original recipe here  Ingredients Cake flour- 2 cup Cocoa- 1/2 cup Sugar- 3/4 cup Egg-3 Butter-1 stick Baking powder- 1 1/2 tsp Baking soda- 1/2 tsp Salt- 1/4 tsp Espresso coffee powder-2 tbs Vanilla essence-  1 1/2 tsp Low fat yogurt- 1 cup Frosting Powdered Sugar-  3 cup Melted chocolate- 2 ounce espresso coffee- 2 tbs Butter-1/2 cup Vanilla essence- 1 tsp Preheat oven to 350 degree F and grease and prepare cake tin. Mix espresso in 5 Tbs of  hot water and keep aside. Melt butter and allow to slightly cool. Whisk together...

Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake A chocolate mousse cake with a burst of raspberry filling gives this cake a unique chocolaty fruity flavor. It tastes even better when the flavors blend for a day or two. This is a rich and delicious cake and chocolate lovers will love this cake. For the filling I have used instant chocolate pudding and raspberry cake filling. But if you want to make home made chocolate mousse check earlier cake recipe here Ingredients Recipe adapted from: Family circle -Best ever cakes and cookies Chocolate cake layer All Purpose flour- 1 1/2 cup Egg- 2 Sugar- 1/2 cup Coco powder- 4 Tbs Baking powder- 1 1/3 tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Salt- 1/3tsp Vanilla essence- 1 tsp Buttermilk- 1/2 cup Butter-3 tsp For the filling Whipping cream-1 1/2  cup Milk-1 cup Vanilla essence-1 tsp Raspberry extract- 1 tsp Chocolate instant pudding- 1 box ( 5 oz.) Raspberry cake filling- 1/2 cup (Seedless) Preheat oven to 350 degree and geese and pr...

Reine de Saba avec Glaçage au Chocolat: Chocolate Almond cake Hi all, Welcome to our Baking Partners first challenge post. Baking Partners is a group of enthusiastic bloggers  who are passionate about baking. Main purpose of this group is to learn new techniques and help each other perfect baking and have fun.  Our first post is a tribute to the legendary Julia Child the renowned chef,author and television personality. It is her 100th Birthday( August 15) and this recipe is adapted from her book " Mastering the Art of French Cooking" ( two volumes). Her book is loved by both professional cooks and by home cooks alike- a treasure  for all those who love good food. It is also considered as the most influential works in American cookbook history. Julia Child was a great cook and a wonderful instructor.Who will not love Julia when she said "..careful cooking is love". She taught a wide range of audience the magic of home made food and sharing with tho...

Lamingtons Lamingtons are delicious cakes and has  its own beauty.Square pieces of sponge cake dipped in chocolate and coated with coconut is something that is irresistible. It is a simple cake.You can use any type of cake,white, sponge cake or pound cake,but just make sure that the cake has a firm texture and does not crumble when rolled  in chocolate frosting. In Australia there are flat baking pan called lamington pans,but I used the regular 8" square pan.Try this home made delicacy,you will love it.. Recipe adapted from here Ingredients For the cake All purpose flour- 1 1/2 cups Baking powder- 1 1/2 tsp salt- 1/4 tsp Egg -2 Butter - 1/2 stick Sugar-3/4 cup Milk- 1/2 cup Vanilla essence- 2 tsp Chocolate frosting Icing sugar- 2 cup Unsweetened cocoa- 3 tbs butter 2 tsp Milk- 1/3 cup Coating Desiccated coconut (unsweetened)- 1 1/2 cup Baking the cake Prepare pan and set aside.Use a 8" square pan. Grease and dust with flour. Pre-heat oven to 350 ...