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Chocolate spiderweb cake 😋😋 is a type of cake that is usually made with chocolate cake layers and a chocolate ganache frosting. The frosting is then piped in a spiderweb design on top of the cake, which gives it its name. It's a popular Halloween-themed dessert that's perfect for any spooky occasion.
If you would like a recipe for this cake, here's a simple one for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and vegetable oil.
6. Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. To make the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer.
11. Remove the cream from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips until they are melted and smooth.
12. Let the ganache cool to room temperature, then stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
13. To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of the chocolate ganache over the top.
14. Place the second cake layer on top of the ganache. Spread another layer of the ganache over the top and sides of the cake.
15. Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to pipe a spiderweb design onto the top of the cake.
16. Serve and enjoy!
I hope you enjoy making and savoring this delicious chocolate spiderweb cake! Let me know if you need any further assistance or have any other requests in comment 👇👇