Berrylicious Chocolate Drip Cake
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mixed berry compote
For the drippings:
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate (chopped)
1/2 cup whipped cream
For the garnish:
- Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc.)
Icing sugar
Mint leaves
Berrylicious Chocolate Drip Cake
Instructions
Prepare the cake:
Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Beat butter until fluffy, then add liquid ingredients. In a large bowl, beat softened butter until fluffy. Add milk, eggs, and vanilla extract and mix well. Mix the ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until everything is well combined.
Bake the cake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared tins. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
Prepare the chocolate drippings.
Heat the cream: Place the cream in a small saucepan and heat until it begins to boil. Prepare the chocolate: Place chopped chocolate in a heat-proof bowl. Pour the warm cream over the chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes.
Stir until smooth: Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Assemble the cake:
Layer the cake: Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread half of the mixed berry compote on top. Place the second cake layer on top.
Spread the compote: Spread the remaining berry compote over the entire cake.
Add the chocolate drizzle: Pour the chocolate ganache over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Decorate and serve:
Decorate: Top the cake with fresh berries, sprinkle with powdered sugar and add mint leaves.
Slice and enjoy: Slice the cake and enjoy the blend of flavors.
Prep time: 30 minutes | Bake time: 25-30 minutes | Total time: approx. 2 hours | Servings: 8-10 pieces