Decadent Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Cream
Indulge in the ultimate combination of rich, moist chocolate cake paired with a luscious vanilla cream filling This cake is a crowd-pleaser perfect for celebrations or just to satisfy that sweet craving The deep chocolate flavor and smooth creamy vanilla filling create a heavenly dessert sure to impress both family and guests alike
Ingredients
For the Cake Batter
100g of sugar
4 egg whites
1 pinch of salt
4 egg yolks
80g of sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
100g of water
130g of flour
30g of cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
For the Vanilla Cream Filling
2 eggs
60g of sugar
100g of condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons of flour
250 ml milk
250g unsalted butter softened
For the Moistening Syrup
100ml cold milk
1 teaspoon powdered sugar
Optional for Decoration
Whipped cream or frosting of choice
Fresh fruits chocolate shavings or sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1 Making the Chocolate Cake
Prepare the Egg Whites In a clean dry bowl beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form Gradually add the 100g of sugar continuing to beat until stiff peaks form Set aside
Prepare the Egg Yolks In another bowl beat the egg yolks with the 80g of sugar vanilla extract and water until pale and fluffy This will lighten the cake batter
Combine Mixtures Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the egg yolk mixture ensuring you retain as much air as possible to keep the cake light
Add the Dry Ingredients Sift the flour cocoa powder and baking powder together Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined
Bake Preheat your oven to 180°C 350°F Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan preferably 9 inches and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean Once baked let the cake cool completely on a wire rack
Step 2 Preparing the Vanilla Cream
Cook the Base In a saucepan whisk together the eggs sugar condensed milk vanilla extract flour and milk Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon
Add the Butter Once the mixture has thickened remove it from the heat and allow it to cool slightly Gradually beat in the softened butter until the cream becomes smooth and silky Set aside to cool completely before assembling the cake
Step 3 Preparing the Moistening Syrup
Mix the Syrup Combine the cold milk with powdered sugar in a small bowl stirring until the sugar dissolves This will be used to moisten the cake layers ensuring they stay soft and flavorful
Step 4 Assembling the Cake
Slice the Cake Once the chocolate cake has cooled completely carefully slice it horizontally into two or three layers depending on your preference and the height of your cake
Moisten the Cake Using a brush or spoon gently moisten each cake layer with the milk and powdered sugar syrup This will prevent the cake from drying out and add extra flavor
Add the Vanilla Cream Spread a generous layer of the prepared vanilla cream filling between each cake layer Make sure to smooth it out evenly for a professional look
Final Layer Once assembled cover the entire cake with the remaining vanilla cream or a frosting of your choice Smooth the top and sides for a polished finish
Step 5 Refrigeration and Decoration
Chill the Cake Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 6 hours preferably overnight to allow the flavors to meld together and the cream to set
Decorate After chilling feel free to decorate the cake with your favorite frosting whipped cream chocolate shavings fresh fruits or sprinkles