Millionaires Chocolate Cake

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 14
Indulge in a rich and decadent slice of Millionaires Chocolate Cake today
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 cup boiling water
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup cooking oil
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
4 teaspoons baking powder
450 ml cake flour
1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
1 cup white sugar
6 teaspoons brandy
2 teaspoons vanilla essence
280 g of brown milk chocolate
1.5 double fresh cream
60 ml brandy

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
636
Sugar
60g
Fat
36g
The Millionaires Chocolate Cake is a decadent dessert that is perfect for a special occasion or celebration. The rich chocolate cake is layered with a sweet brandy filling and topped with a smooth chocolate ganache that is sure to impress. The contrast between the moist cake and silky ganache is heavenly, and a perfect finish to any meal. While it does require some advanced baking skills, the end result is a stunning cake that will leave your guests wanting more.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2.Mix the cocoa powder and boiling water together in a bowl until smooth.
3.Beat the eggs, white sugar, cooking oil and vanilla essence together in a separate bowl until pale and creamy.
4.Mix the baking powder and cake flour together in a separate bowl.
5.Gently fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture, followed by the cocoa mixture.
6.Pour the mixture into two round cake tins and bake for 30-35 minutes.
7.Make the filling by heating the evaporated milk and white sugar together in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly.
8.Add the brandy and vanilla essence, and continue to stir until thickened.
9.Spread the filling over one of the cake layers, then top with the second layer.
10.Melt the brown milk chocolate and double fresh cream together in a pot over low heat, stirring constantly.
11.Add the brandy and vanilla essence, stirring well, before pouring the mixture over the cake.
12.Chill the cake in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
13.

PROS

This cake is a chocolate lover’s dream come true, with rich cocoa in the cake and creamy chocolate ganache on top.

It makes for a beautiful centrepiece at any celebration or gathering.

CONS

This cake is very rich and indulgent, making it best suited for special occasions and not part of regular diets.

It also requires some advanced baking skills to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While it is not particularly healthy, the cocoa in this cake contains antioxidants and may boost heart health and brain function when consumed in moderation.
It is also a good source of energy.

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