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Chocolate Dulce Delight

Chocolate Dulce Delight

Discover the magic of Chocolate Dulce Delight a rich chocolate cake with dulce de leche and ganache perfect for special occasions
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup cocoa powder (good quality)
  • 6 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for soaking syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • 2 cans dulce de leche
  • 200 g melted milk chocolate
  • 200 g sour cream
  • 100 g melted white chocolate (for decorating)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls (various sizes)
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Offset spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar and cocoa powder, then add honey, cinnamon, and baking powder.
  3. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking until the batter is smooth and glossy.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  6. Slice the cooled cake horizontally into two even layers.
  7. For the filling, pour cold heavy cream into a chilled bowl, add sugar, and whip until soft peaks form.
  8. Gently fold in dulce de leche until fully combined.
  9. Make the soaking syrup by whisking together milk, honey, vanilla, nutmeg, and ginger.
  10. Place the first cake layer on a serving plate and drizzle half of the syrup over it, then spread half of the filling on top.
  11. Place the second layer on top, repeat the soaking and filling process, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  12. For the ganache, melt milk chocolate and mix in sour cream until smooth.
  13. Pour ganache over the chilled cake and use an offset spatula to create a drip effect.
  14. Let the ganache set for a moment, then drizzle melted white chocolate over and create decorative patterns with a toothpick.
  15. Refrigerate again for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients to enhance flavor, especially for chocolate and dulce de leche. Allow the cake to rest overnight in the refrigerator after applying the ganache for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze individual slices for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
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