Cassis & Cocoa Carnival – A Luscious Celebration of Rich Chocolate & Fragrant Cassis
📋 Ingredients
● For the Chocolate Cake:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
● For the Cassis Syrup:
½ cup cassis liqueur (blackcurrant liqueur)
¼ cup water
¼ cup granulated sugar
● For the Creamy Topping:
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
📝 Instructions
1: Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
2: Make the Cake Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk; whisk until smooth.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
3: Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4: Prepare the Cassis Syrup:
In a small saucepan, combine the cassis liqueur, water, and granulated sugar.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5: Soak the Cake:
Using a skewer or fork, poke small holes all over the cooled cake.
Drizzle the cassis syrup evenly over the cake, allowing it to absorb the fruity, aromatic goodness.
6: Whip the Creamy Topping:
In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
7: Assemble & Serve:
Spread or pipe the whipped cream topping over the syrup-soaked cake.
Slice and serve your decadent creation, and savor every luscious bite of this Cassis & Cocoa Carnival!
Enjoy your indulgent treat that perfectly marries deep chocolate flavor with a burst of vibrant cassis!