Indulge in the rich and exotic flavors of our Mexican Chocolate Cake with Spiced Cream. This decadent cake combines the deep, robust taste of Mexican chocolate with a hint of spice, complemented by a lusciously spiced cream. It's a perfect dessert for those who love a twist on classic chocolate cake.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Serves: 8-10
- Serving Size: 1 slice
Ingredients
For the Cake
- All-purpose flour: 250 grams (8.8 ounces)
- Mexican chocolate, grated: 150 grams (5.3 ounces)
- Unsalted butter: 200 grams (7 ounces)
- Sugar: 200 grams (7 ounces)
- Eggs: 4
- Baking powder: 5 grams (0.18 ounces)
- Ground cinnamon: 2 grams (0.07 ounces)
- Salt: a pinch
For the Spiced Cream
- Heavy cream: 240 ml (8 ounces)
- Powdered sugar: 30 grams (1 ounce)
- Vanilla extract: 5 ml (0.17 ounce)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 gram (0.03 ounces)
Detailed Method of Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
- Melt the Mexican chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth. Let it cool.
- Beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the chocolate mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- For the spiced cream, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until soft peaks form.
- Once the cake is cool, top it with the spiced cream.
Tips for Culinary Success
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of chili powder to the cake batter.
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before topping with the spiced cream.
- Serve with a dusting of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for an elegant touch.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Can I use regular chocolate instead of Mexican chocolate? Yes, but Mexican chocolate adds a unique flavor due to its cinnamon and sugar content.
- How long can I store this cake? The cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Can the spiced cream be made ahead of time? Yes, it can be refrigerated for a few hours, just whisk it lightly before using.