Double Fudge Velvet Cake with Tahini Swirl and Black Sesame Glaze 🍫🌟
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
For the Tahini Swirl:
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Black Sesame Glaze:
- 1/4 cup black sesame paste
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
Directions:
1. Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
2. Prepare the Tahini Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix together the tahini, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
3. Prepare the Black Sesame Glaze:
- In a bowl, whisk together the black sesame paste, powdered sugar, and milk until you reach a pourable consistency. Adjust with more milk if needed.
4. Assemble and Glaze:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of tahini swirl over the top.
- Place the second cake layer on top. Drizzle the black sesame glaze over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Chef's Tip: For a more dramatic swirl effect, gently marble the tahini mixture into the cake batter before baking. 🍰
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