Easy Chocolate Drip Cake Recipe UK

This article will provide you with a simple and delicious recipe for an easy chocolate drip cake. This cake is perfect for any occasion, and it is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

Ingredients

For the cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 egg
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk

For the chocolate ganache:

• 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, and egg until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in the pan.

5. To make the chocolate ganache, place the chocolate in a medium bowl. In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the cream and corn syrup to a simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until the chocolate is melted and smooth.

6. Pour the chocolate ganache over the cooled cake and let it set for at least 30 minutes before serving.

FAQ

Q: Can use a different type of cake pan?

A: Yes, you can use any type of cake pan that is 9 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep.

Q: Can make this cake ahead of time?

A: Yes, you can make the cake ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you are ready to serve, let the cake come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before frosting it.

Q: Can use a different type of chocolate for the ganache?

A: Yes, you can use any type of chocolate that you like. For a richer ganache, use a dark chocolate. For a lighter ganache, use a milk chocolate.

Q: How do make the chocolate drip look more professional?

A: To make the chocolate drip look more professional, use a piping bag to apply it to the cake. You can also use a spoon to apply the chocolate drip, but it will not be as neat.

Q: What can do if overbake the cake?

If you overbake the cake, it will be dry and crumbly. To fix this, you can try adding a little more milk to the batter. You can also try to rehydrate the cake by placing it in a warm oven for a few minutes.

Pros

• Easy to make
• Delicious
• Perfect for any occasion

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