Chocolate Whiskey Cake

Chocolate Whiskey Cake is a popular dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and whiskey, creating a decadent treat for special occasions.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Chocolate Whiskey Cake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Whiskey
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Hot water
• 4 ounces Dark chocolate
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
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 sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with whiskey and buttermilk. Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a small saucepan, melt the dark chocolate and heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
8. Pour the chocolate ganache over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
10. Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Whiskey Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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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.