Berrylicious Chocolate Drip Cake
This cake is a delightful blend of rich chocolate and tangy berry flavors, topped with a luscious chocolate drip and fresh garnishes. Perfect for celebrations or a special treat!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mixed berry compote
For the Drip:
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
½ cup heavy cream
For Garnish:
Fresh berries (such as strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
Powdered sugar
Mint leaves
Instructions
Prepare the Cake:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream Butter and Add Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely in the pans before transferring to a wire rack.
Make the Chocolate Drip:
Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to boil.
Prepare Chocolate: Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
Mix Until Smooth: Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Assemble the Cake:
Layer the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the mixed berry compote over the top. Place the second cake layer on top.
Frost with Compote: Frost the entire cake with the remaining berry compote.
Add Chocolate Drip: Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Garnish and Serve:
Decorate: Top the cake with fresh berries, dust with powdered sugar, and add mint leaves.
Slice and Enjoy: Serve slices of the cake and enjoy the blend of flavors!
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Bake Time: 25-30 minutes | Total Time: Approximately 2 hours | Servings: 8-10 slices
