Berlin Chocolate Ring

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Rich and Decadent Berlin Chocolate Ring recipe for chocolate lovers
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter , room temperature
1 cup sugar
4 eggs
4 1/4 cups cake flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon , rind of , finely grated
3/4 cup currants
7 ounces bittersweet chocolate or 7 ounces semisweet chocolate , melted
1/2 cup pistachios or 1/2 cup pine nuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
520
Sugar
32g
Fat
29g
The Berlin Chocolate Ring is a traditional German cake loaded with rich chocolate flavor, nuts, and currants giving it a unique taste that everyone will love. It is perfect for any occasion and popular all over the world. You can enjoy a slice of this delicious dessert on its own, or serve it with whipped cream, custard or even ice cream for a more indulgent treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a Bundt pan.
2.In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the cake flour and baking powder.
5.Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, alternating with milk.
6.Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon rind, currants, and half of the melted chocolate.
7.Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and sprinkle with pistachios or pine nuts.
8.Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9.Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10.Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate over the cake and let it cool until set.

PROS

This chocolate cake is rich and moist, loaded with currants and nuts for texture.

It’s perfect for chocolate lovers and can be served as a dessert or enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea.

CONS

The cake is high in sugar, calories and fat, and should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also requires a longer baking time than some other cakes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, dark chocolate has been linked to several health benefits such as reducing inflammation, improving brain function, and lowering blood pressure.
Nuts and currants are also a good source of energy and healthy fats.

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