Set aside. I dint know if its the recipe or Im not doing something right. I was worried it would be dry but it wasnt at all. I never leave a review, but after making three unsuccessful different recipes from scratch - which weren't firm enough to carve or even strong enough to stack (including Hershey's recipe) I finally found this one. Remember that the time indicated below is only a guide as not all ovens are the same. How many days will the Chocolate cake last without freezing or can it last a week without putting in the fridge or freezer. I'm not a big chocolate cake fan but this cake may be my new favorite! For the 10 I multiplied the 8 recipe by 1.5. Overall, I thought this chocolate cake is great te be in a bakers back pocket. I was wondering whether I can use this make a carved cake that will be covered in fondant? Note that baking time will adjust too so keep an eye on your cake. I am currently working on the recipes for the other sizes of this chocolate cake and also the vanilla version. Yes, you can replace granulated sugar with caster sugar as long as you are measuring by weight Caster has finer granules. It was moist, yummy and had the perfect consistency. Do I need to adjust the recipe or just the baking time? This was my first ever triple layer cake and it was fantastic! #wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-full svg * { fill: #343434; }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-33 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-33); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-50 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-50); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-66 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-66); }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-33 stop { stop-color: #343434; }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-50 stop { stop-color: #343434; }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-66 stop { stop-color: #343434; }. For the purpose of testing, I baked each size in two different cake pan heights: For the 6-inch cake recipe, I divided the batter into two 63 pans. Instructions. Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox. When I was replying to that comment I was thinking it was for the vanilla cake recipe, not the chocolate version. I froze each cake and leveled and cut (after defrosting by leaving out overnight still wrapped) when still a little chilled which made it much easier to handle. It is the most perfect choccie cake you have nailed the receipe thank you! You can keep it longer if you wrap well in plastic and keep it in the fridge. Of course, the two 63 pans yielded a taller cake, about 3 inches in height (before torting and leveling). So that it won't flow over or crisp at the top? Stasia1985: I'm guessing it will feed slightly more than the cake mix says, since the egg whites and extra ingredients puff it up a lot. While the extra 40ml (if you follow the 250ml conversion) will not drastically affect this specific recipe, I highly recommend to measure by weight It will give you the most accurate result! I looks amazing. 1 cup = 250ml, so its confusing. Do you know how long it would keep in a freezer for? How many eggs is 168 grams equivalent to?.. I have disabled that feature for now to prevent this from happening again. Im trying to bake it anyway, but should it be so runny?? This will distribute the heat more evenly. 4 large eggs, at room temperature TIP: As not all ovens are the same, always check your cake for doneness a few minutes earlier than the suggested baking time. Thank you! Hi Shagun, the height for the 6, 8, and 10 inch cake recipe should all be the same. You may refer to my DIY Wedding Cake post for details on making ahead, storing, and stacking these layers. A few weeks ago I did a test bake of the 6 layers and the brides family loved it (my husband too). Im planning to use this recipe for 4 tiers wedding cake, 12,10,8,6 I am glad you liked the cake, Louise! I froze the cake layers so they would be easy to stack, but the cakes took a really long time to come to room temperature, when serving. I cant seem to find the ratio for 10 for the chocolate recipe. Thank you! Whisk to blend and set bowl aside. The recipe for it can be found in my shop. Please watch out for it soon. Being a professional cake decorator and food blogger for over ten years she has been featured in many online magazines and publications around the world. Would I make four layers and bake half at a time? Put the butter and chocolate into a medium saucepan, then stir over a low heat until melted and smooth. Thanks so much for posting! Thank you! Have you tried using hot coffee in place of the boiling water? I only had a large box of Chocolate and Vanilla pudding on hand so I used all of those and whipped my egg whites adding them last. For this recipe, it has to be Dutched Process Cocoa. Thank you so much for trying the recipe! I did have to bake for more than 60 mins as toothpick test was wet. Your email address will not be published. Barely any dome. It's very similar to the Darn Good Chocolate cake recipe. not sure if i'm using this recipe wrong, tried to make a 13x9 and it only rose 1 inch :( are you supposed to replace the ingridients on the box with the ones listed?? They turned out perfectly! Would greatly appreciate it as i am making a big cake for my sons birthday. Ive received several questions on how to make a chocolate version of it, so finally, here it is! Instructions. To the bowl of a stand mixer, add the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. , On my goodness, what a cake!! Add in the buttermilk, milk, vanilla and oil and mix until just combined. I use this recipe all the time, but I use 3 whole eggs instead of egg whites. Would you be able to adjust temperature and times for me. I have not made this chocolate cake in 10-inch yet. I tried this cake after a friend of mine said "you'll get better the more you make it" about the chocolate cake recipe I was using. I add foil and store in a ziplock whenever I freeze them to protect from freezer burns. Are these just stacked and not needing supports (cake board, dowels)? We need the deep, dark chocolate flavor. It was PERFECT. Im going to try the vanilla cake recipe next time. Can I substitute the eggs with hung/greek yoghurt for the same? Baking using weight measurements is awesome, right?! I will definitely be making it again as it was really superb. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, vanilla, red food coloring, sour cream, veg. Here's a bit more about each. I will definitely make this again! Hi Sierra! Hi, Nicole. Which version of this recipe should I use? 08 of 25. Note: measurements are estimated based off the vanilla cake recipe using standard US cake pans and sizes. It was a hit at my daughters birthday. You can use almond milk and margarine instead of milk and butter. Weighing so much butter, right?! Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature so you have a smooth, not curdled batter. Follow the recipe as is then divide the batter between two 83 pans, then cut each baked cake in half to get 4 layers. It turned out awesome. May I ask whats the shelf life(outside the freezer) of this cake? . Whip the butter, sugar, and egg mixture until it is light and airy. The batter should be slightly thick like in the step-by-step photo 5(step 5). I havent tested making this recipe using an egg substitute so I am not sure; sorry about that. Also let the cake cool quite a bit in the pan (I would say longer then 15 minutes). Unfortunately, I have not tried doing a marble cake version of the vanilla and chocolate recipes, but I think it should work. Hi Kyla, thats a great question! Then place it into these 2 different sizes of pans? Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Whisk thoroughly to combine well. Incorporate all ingredients together one by one on low speed. Note that the baking time would be different, depending on the size of your pan. How hard is this to carve? The cake got so many compliments. Thank you for the recipe. So MUST find the right balance. Worked great every time! how small is small? (8-inch cake pans with shorter sides may cause an overflow in your oven.) Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Mira! Thanks. It was dark, moist and delicious, and sturdy enough to stack. Gradually sprinkle in the sugar, beat until mixture is fluffy and almost white, about 3-5 minutes. A really rich chocolate flavour that held up perfectly when stacking. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Please read our Privacy policy and copyright and disclosure for more details. Your email address will not be published. Thanks, Hi, Molly! Our family loves Bluey and this chocolate cake too. Make sure to mix thoroughly between each ingredient. Thank you. Springtime Bunnies~ A Cake Tutorial Hi there! Beat until each addition is incorporated before adding the next. Hey! If youre doing a recipe test, I would suggest doing half of the 8-inch recipe and bake it on one 93 springform pan. Sprinkle in the sugar and whip on med-high until light in color and fluffy. =) Enjoy baking! Its not as light as a chiffon cake but not as dense as a pound cake. Add butter to stand mixer and beat at medium-high speed until smooth and shiny, about 30 seconds. Hi, Could I use this cake with fondant? Required fields are marked *. This chocolate carving is delicious on its own, especially when it's fresh so don't be afraid to use it for not just sculpting. It turned out dark, moist with a rich chocolate flavor. Bake at 350 for 30 - 35 minutes Melissa Diamond No related posts. It was a hit at a4year olds birthday party. Did you enjoy this recipe? Make the frosting: In a large bowl using a hand-held mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes. Thank you, Angela, for sharing your feedback!:). Im going to use this recipe forever! After trying out several different yellow cake recipes, which always turned out dry I . Im sorry but I dont have any experience making dairy free cakes. Do you torte and syrup your cakes before freezing or after. Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Hi Trish. Peel off the parchment and reinvert onto wire racks to cool completely. Shaz. It can stay at room temperature for two days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. I live in a mountain range and have to adjust for elevation with the ingredients. I used baking strips. Thanks so much for the wonderful recipe! That's why, all my recipes are detailed with pro tips & videos so you can cook, bake, and decorate with confidence. After about 1 to 2 hours (depending on the weather too), the cake should be at room temp. Awesome! I have a Captains Hat to make and just tried this recipe and they turned out of the pans on my hands great without cracking. On her blogs, you will find delicious, easy and practical recipes often with instructional videos and tutorials for the home cook. I am glad your guests loved the chocolate cake! I am about to make your delicious looking chocolate cake recipe but noticed in list of ingredients there is no Vanilla. It's almost hard to believe this almond flour chocolate cake has no flour or sugar, but it's true. Counteracting with a sweeter frosting before covering in fondant. I am glad you liked the recipe this is my go-to recipe as well! Not sure how much your eggs weigh in your country, so measuring by weight is the best way to go. Happy baking! I like to use a butter-based or chocolate-based frosting for my sculpted cakes. It's rich, soft, moist, and has a deep chocolate flavor. In previous attempts ive tried combining the 6 and 8 ratios in some way but now planning for my own wedding cake, so need to be a bit more planned rather than winging it haha. Please also note that baking time will change as you are using a different pan size and theres more batter in each pan so watch out for visual cues. This chocolate cake perfect for carving will prove the best sculpting cake recipe for you. Toothpick inserted in center should come out clean and top should spring back when pressed. This is the best sculpting cake recipe you will love. Reduce speed to low. My cake pans are 8 x 1. Could I use this recipe with fondant? Or tag @thebakeologie on Instagram and hashtag it #bakeologie ! So is it 3 cups boiling water? You can probably bake this also in three 62 pans; if you do so, don forget to adjust the baking time. Same question. Would it be ok to use other cocoa powder? For example, 300 grams eggs x 1.25 = 375 grams of eggs for the 9-inch pan. The family I made the 3d bear for loved it. So using that guide, I would get 3 1/3 large eggs. Put the meat, mushrooms, onion and garlic in the slow cooker and stir everything together to coat the meat and veggies. Im so glad you are loving the recipes. Most complicated cake carvings will need a series of templates, so try to get images of your shape from every angle. I baked them at 325 for about 40 minutes using baking strips. Once all ingredients are mixed turn mixer to medium and mix for approximately 2 minutes. Does anyone know how to replace the devil food box for actual ingredients? This is definitely a keeper. Incorporate all ingredients together one by one on low speed. Measuring by weight gives you a more accurate result. Mix 3 cups sugar, 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour, 3/4 cup of cocoa powder, 2 1/2 tsp baking powder and 1 tsp salt together in a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or hand mixer until fully combined. Thats awesome, Heather! . I havent tried using self-raising flour for this recipe, so I could not say about the outcome, sorry. I hope this helps. Scrape the bowl halfway through mixing Bring back to low mixing, add in eggs one at a time. I managed to used one 6*3 tin and two 6*2 tins and split the batter. Another question, what recipe you recommend for 12 vanilla cake that will support the 3 other tiers? tightly wrap each cake layer with cling wrap, then wrap again with aluminum foil to protect from freezer burn. On low speed begin incorporating all ingredients together. Bake at 350 for 30 - 35 minutes. Im doing a 3 tier wedding cake using your vanilla cake recipe, but was wondering if I could use the chocolate recipe for a marble cake for the 8 tier? One of the most important things necessary to sculpt a novelty cake is a perfect base. Preheat oven to 350F (see note). Depending on how many cakes you bake it might make a handful or more. =), hi do you have measurement in cups? Measurements used are for 2" tall cake pans only. Recipe: Orange Chiffon Cake. I dont recommend using normal cocoa powder. Thanks in advance. Haha) it turned out perfectly. There are plenty of recipes on the internet but if you want to up your skills, you need more! Once all ingredients are mixed turn mixer to medium and mix for approximately 2 minutes. Carving, orsculpting, cakes requires a cake with a dense crumb that won't fall apart while you're working with it. Sift dry ingredients - flour, salt, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder. Just in time! Amal, Also just below the recipe card, theres a note that all my baking recipes were developed and tested using weight measurements the volume measurements have been provided for convenience. Yes, you can definitely make 4 layers. Hey Pauline. Make the cake: Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder (if using) together in a large bowl. They turned out so well. It looks like Cake Central changed their format for recipes and lost something in the copy and pasting. The size of the eggs varies these days significantly. You would need to use a 63 pan. Print off pictures or use real objects as guides whenever possible. I must be doing something wrong as others have had great results with the recipe. The cake came out so fluffy and velvety in texture and super delicious. This looks lovely do you think it can be done as a dairy free cake? Ive made several hide away cakes but they seem to crumble apart. Hi, Molly! I have not tried making this chocolate cake in 10-inch yet, only 6 and 8. Recipes. Another reason for cake doming is a too hot oven if youre not using an oven thermometer, that would help. I used 6 pans and it made 4 tall layers each with approximately 600 grams of batter. I havent used this recipe for a cupcake, but I dont see any reason why not. Thanks for sharing. OMG! I froze the cakes before assembling them, and all went very well. This recipe makes two 8" rounds. oil, and milk. If I put frosting in between layers and on the outside of the cake, the total height of the final cake would probably be over 5 inches. Note that I am using a conventional oven (no fan). Rate the recipeand leave a comment below. Im going to try again and add some coffee too. Its urgent, planning to bake it now. I need a 14 inch chocolate cake that will support 3 tiers on top. (Dont judge me, Im 38 weeks pregnant and dont feel like decorating. Thanks so much for a great recipe!! =). For most of my sculpted cakes, I use any one of these frostings Velvet American buttercream,Vanilla Buttercream Frosting, Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Chocolate Ganache or white chocolate ganache Don't be afraid to try my other flavored buttercream recipes as well - see more than 30 plus buttercream frosting recipes. The cake will be 3 tiers 12, 10, and 8. Add about of the dry ingredients and blend together, then add the rest of the dry ingredients & mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Thank you for sharing this recipe. Instead of dusting the pan with flour, use cocoa powder. Use a scale to measure out 4 ounces to replace the commercial pudding mix. You will likely get splits in the top of the cake which were easily removed with a cake leveler. loved the taste of the cake, i did freeze the layers but they took a very long time to thaw, so when eating/serving they were still dense. Hello, I just tried this and reduced the water to 1pint, added 200g melted dark chocolate and 150g soured cream. I love this recipe! Scrape the sides of the bowl when necessary. xx. So glad your family liked the cake. Whip Egg Whites: In another large bowl whip the egg whites until you reach medium stiff peaks. Thanks to the cocoa dissolved in boiling water; it gives the cake an extraordinarily full and intense chocolate flavor. Hello there. If the mixture curdles, add a teaspoon of flour and whip some more. 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 4 large eggs 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 1 1/2 cups warm water (or brewed coffee) 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Chocolate Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting Once cut always cover the cut side of the cake with plastic wrap so the cake does not dry out. Tastes great!!! Sturdy & good for carving? You must be frustrated with the wasted ingredients. I am going to try this recipe out this week. Also can I use Rum alcohol or any to preserve it to last longer if not putting in the fridge. I made this, but just converted the regular receipe that does not have the addidtional oil. thanks. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, add in milk, oil, eggs and vanilla until combined. Hi! Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes in pan before turning out onto cooling racks. Hello, Natasha. This will be my go to chocolate cake recipe for now on. ?I have a customer who wants cherry chip flavor cake and I thought about using vanilla pudding instead. Spray 9 x 13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. Make the flour mixture by sifting the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl and whisk them together. Select an option below to calculate how much batter or frosting you need. May I ask if you can help me make a recipe for 12 cake? And I was just wondering if you help with the recipe I am not good with math so I really dont want to mess this up. Thanks! The Best Chocolate Cake combines cocoa and coffee to create a chocolate lover's dream. Add the flour mixture in four parts, alternating with the cocoa mixture in three parts. When I made the vanilla version of this cake, I made them 2 days ahead and stored them in the fridge, tightly wrapped in plastic cling wrap. :). A few people told me it was probably the best chocolate cake they had ever had! yes! Im so sorry that happened to you, Darla! Freezing the cake helps with fewer crumbs. Mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a bowl. One I use is 3/4 cup dry milk powder, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa. I put chocolate frosting and raspberry jam between the layers. I would like to try the 6inch pan. My favorite chocolate cake recipe with a moist and delicate crumb with a big chocolate flavor thanks to dutched cocoa powder and my secret ingredient, mayonnaise! Yes, I suggest making a batch for each tier. I'm glad I was warned about the batter being thick. One taste and you'll declare it the best keto chocolate cake recipe! Once defrosted, thats the time I torte and brush syrup. The rich buttercream frosting makes it perfect! Thank you so much for taking the time to rate and give your review!. For the 12 tier I doubled the 8 recipe; will double the 6 recipe for the 10. All went well aside from the water/cocoa- halving the stated amount of 710ml gives 355ml of boiling water, which made the mix really runny, thin & liquid. Gradually sprinkle in the sugar, beat until mixture is fluffy and almost white, about 3-5 minutes. Its a top notch. It's not as dense as a pound or sponge cake but not as delicate as a simple moist, classic chocolate, or death by chocolate cake recipes. But, unfortunately, this year, our child developed a dairy intolerance. It is best to bake cakes on the center rack alternatively, rotate the cake pans halfway through baking for even baking. Thank you, Ruchi. Learn how your comment data is processed. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean. Id like to use this recipe for the bottom tier of a 3 tier wedding cake but it needs to be 12 inch. Eeek. I was quite tensed for this one. Thank you for the recipe.. going to give it a try today.. just want to know if i can use regular cocoa instead dutch process. Hi I want to make this cake. =). What I do when this happens, is I use the domed part of the cakes and reuse it. Hi can you use normal cocoa powder instead of the dutch processed ? Thats what I use for my personal recipe now. Set aside. It is sturdy and stacks well. Can I know if I just have on 6*3 inch pan can I keep the batter out till one layer is done and the bake the second or do you suggest doing half a batter at a time? You are welcome, Fallon! =), Hey, Anna. I have been using this chocolate cake recipe for carving - for a long time now and carved many cakes very successfully. I made this for my granddaughters 2nd birthday, and it was a huge hit! Cristee- do 2 layers for 13x9 (which is easiest if you just have 2 of the same pan- takes less time). It was so soft and chocklety and delishious. (Note 2). When the batter appears blended, stop the mixer and scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. I made this cake for my grandsons birthday yeaterday. This is the fluffiest cake batter ever! This can also be used for cupcakes, but may I also suggest you try the chocolate cupcake in this recipe? Hey muhammadayyan, so glad to know that this is the perfect chocolate cake for you! Spray 2, 8-inch x 3-inch round cake pans with nonstick cooking spray. Shiny Hot Chocolate Bombs With Marshmallows, Construction Grade Gingerbread House Recipe, 2015-2020 Sugar Geek Show, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Sugar Geek Show, P.O. Bake at 350 for 30 - 35 minutes. I did a 6, 8 & 10. Can you please clarify? super awesome texture. Using the 82 pans, the recipe yields three 8-inch cakes that are almost 2 inches in height (before torting and leveling). Premium vanilla can be expensive, which is why I make my homemade, (brewed (1 teaspoon coffee powder in cup water)), Preheat your oven to 325F/165C/ Gas Mark 3. =). Am just about to make this recipe for the first time after having read all the comments and compliments! I shared details on how I did my DIY wedding cake here https://thebakeologie.com/diy-wedding-cake/. You can double the batch to make a thicker cake and that would take about 45 to 50 minutes to bake at the same temperature. =), Your email address will not be published. Bake for 25-30 minutes depending on oven. Just dont forget to fill your cupcake liners 2/3 full. Any idea how I could scale the recipe up and what the cooking time would be? Also, how full is best to fill pans? =). You can also find a collection of my recipes and tutorials here onPinterest. Three-Layer Chocolate Ganache Cake This decadent triple-layer beauty is pure chocolate indulgence. Total time: 40 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Prep time: 10 minutes Yields: 6 servings Cuisine: American Number of ingredients: 9 Ingredients: 12 oz AP Flour (I like king arthur brand) 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 8 oz unsalted butter (room temp) 12 oz granulated sugar (I like superfine) 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 4 large eggs (room temp) I was going to make this batter for the Wilton ball cake pan, which holds about 4.5 cups batter total. Thank you! Should it be instant pudding mix? In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar on. (I had never made a wedding cake or tiered cake before). I have some sachets that I just bought which I think are about 125g is that right? A cake that can be cut and manipulated without falling apart. Yes, Andy, this cake is perfect for sculpted cakes with buttercream or ganache, and fondant. NOTE: Not sure whats medium, medium-low, or low speed in your mixer? Bakeologie is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means fro sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. =) Thank you for sharing your feedback and congratulations baby is coming soon! Could you please tell me the proportions please? Would a 6 vanilla and 6 chocolate work marbled together for the 8 tier? Here is a chart of the amount of ingredients youll need depending on pan size: Follow the same procedure as written in the recipe but you may need to adjust the baking time. 7g baking powder (instead of 5g) Made this for my grandsons 4th birthday party as a Bluey cake. Is this a typo or is there another ingredient? 6-inch cakes need about 3 rods; 8-inch cakes need about 4. . Using baking strips definitely extends baking time. Line base with parchment paper. I used boiling coffee in place of boiling water. The tricky part when measuring in volume is that they are not consistent. If this data is important to you please verify with your trusted nutrition calculator. 4 layers chocolate buttercream, with Blue orange flavored buttercream on the outside and Bluey sprinkles and cake topper. Is it possible to share recipe for making two kg chocolate cake please. Run a metal spatula between the sides of the pans and invert the cakes onto wire racks that have been coated with nonstick spray. I want to make 2 tiers cake, One 83 and One 63 , can I just add both the ingredients together and prepare it in one batch? Set aside to cool while you make the batter. For example, I can't say, you need two of these for a car cake. I then assembled and frosted the cake 1 day before the wedding day. Add the flour mixture four times, alternating with the cocoa mixture in three parts, beating until each addition is incorporated. Put the . Turn mixer to medium and blend well for approximately 2 minutes. Choose a cake pan size(based on 2" tall cake pan). Thanks for replying. I was so glad to see this recipe in my emails today. Hope it went great! baked the cakes at 185C for about 40min (7inch) and 50min (9inch) Is it worth refrigerating instead? Sorry, I have not tried making this cake in that size so I dont have the measurements. In a large bowl combine flour, both sugars, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In the construction of the cake, I worked with these sponges half defrosted and I would recommend that as, although it is sturdier then any other chocolate cake I have made, I still find chocolate cake difficult to handle overall. Your email address will not be published. This chocolate cake has a soft, fluffy crumb tender yet stable enough for layering. The cake rose right at the top of the pan. Thank you so much! I made 3 tiers, 10 inch, 8 inch and 6 inch. I baked this last night to see how it would work for sculpting. Have to make an eggless version. Season the meat with black pepper. 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