14 Layer Chocolate Cake

The 14 Layer Chocolate Cake is a decadent dessert that originated in the United States and has become a popular choice for special occasions and celebrations.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe for experienced cooks (high difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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14 Layer Chocolate Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Advanced Prep Time 60 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 cup Heavy cream
• 12 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 cup Whipped cream
• as needed for garnish Chocolate shavings

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour 3 (9-inch) round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chocolate. Stir until smooth and let it cool for 10 minutes.
9. In a large bowl, beat the powdered sugar and whipped cream until stiff peaks form.
10. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of chocolate ganache on top. Repeat with the remaining cake layers and ganache, ending with a layer of ganache on top.
11. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set.
12. Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 40g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.