Rich Chocolate Layer Cake with Creamy Chocolate Filling and Milk Chocolate Glaze

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• • 250 g flour
  • 200 g sugar

• • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda

• • 3 medium eggs
  • 110 g vegetable oil
  • 60 g cocoa powder

• 200 g boiling water

For the Chocolate Cream Filling:

• • 1 can condensed milk (360-380 g)
  • 100 g cocoa powder

• 500 g milk
• 90-180 g dark chocolate, chopped

For Soaking:

• • Approximately 150 g milk

For the Chocolate Glaze:

• 80 g milk chocolate
• 40 g butter

Steps to Make Rich Chocolate Layer Cake with Creamy Chocolate Filling and Milk Chocolate Glaze

1. 1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
      • • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and line your baking pan with parchment paper.
      • • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
        • Add the eggs and vegetable oil, stirring until just combined.
        • In a separate bowl, mix the cocoa powder with boiling water until smooth. Let it cool slightly, then add to the batter, mixing until everything is combined and smooth.

   2. Bake the Cake:
      • • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
        • Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan.

   3. Prepare the Chocolate Cream Filling:
      • • In a saucepan, combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder, and milk. Stir over low heat until smooth.
        • Add the dark chocolate and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the chocolate is melted, and the mixture has thickened slightly to a creamy consistency. Let the filling cool to room temperature.

   4. Assemble and Soak the Cake:
      • • Once the cake has cooled, cut it into two or three layers (depending on desired thickness).
        • Place the first layer on a serving plate and brush with a portion of the milk to soak.
      • Spread a layer of the chocolate cream filling over the cake layer.
      • Repeat the soaking and filling process with the remaining layers, finishing with a layer of cream on top.

1. 1. Prepare the Chocolate Glaze:
      • In a heatproof bowl, melt the milk chocolate and butter together over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring until smooth.
      • Pour the chocolate glaze over the top of the cake, spreading it to cover the surface evenly.

1. 1. Garnish and Serve:
      • Let the cake sit at room temperature for a few minutes to allow the glaze to set slightly. For a firmer glaze, refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes before slicing.
      • Serve and enjoy this rich, decadent chocolate cake!

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)

• • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 60 g
  • Protein: 8 g

• • Fat: 26 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Fiber: 4 g

• Sodium: 180 mg
• Sugar: 48 g