BEETROOT CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE FROM 'COOK YOURSELF THIN'
I've added this so I don't forget how to make it! This beetroot chocolate fudge cake will hit you between the eyes and knock you out. The beauty of this recipe is that it is incredibly rich and deep in flavour, yet uses hardly any flour or fat. I promise you that a little will go a long way. The beetroot is not a touch of madness - it actually provides the gungy texture that makes a great fudge cake, and some natural pink sweetness too. Leave yourself plenty of time to make this cake because it is quite a lengthy recipe. The cake is best eaten when it is still slightly warm. It is also really important to ice it at the last minute or the icing can lose its shine. However, it would freeze beautifully providing you put it away before icing. Simply defrost when needed and ice at the last minute.
Provided by lisajayne
Categories Dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat a conventional oven to 160ºC, or a fan-assisted one to 140ºC. With the help of a brush and a tiny bit of sunflower oil, grease the surface of a round 20cm diameter by 8cm high loose-bottomed tin and set aside.
- Melt the chocolate gently in a bowl over a pan of simmering water until all dissolved, then set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar, the scraped-out vanilla seeds, the maple syrup and the honey for three minutes with an electric hand whisk until pale and quite fluffy.
- Gently fold in the flours, bicarbonate of soda, salt, cocoa and ground almonds until fully incorporated.
- Using some kitchen paper, dab the grated beetroot thoroughly to remove some of the excess moisture. Fold in the beetroot, cooled chocolate, coffee and oil with the help of a spatula until thoroughly mixed together.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and cook in the middle of the oven for 1 hour 30 minutes. After this time, cover the cake with foil and bake for another 30 minutes.
- Test the cake by inserting a skewer into the centre to see if it comes out clean (although this cake is so moist that even when the cake is fully cooked, the skewer comes out looking slightly messy). Leave to cool on a wire rack.
- To make the fudge topping, melt the chocolate gently in a bowl over a pan of simmering water, then remove from the heat and add the coffee and the vanilla essence.
- At this stage the chocolate will seize up slightly, but it will relax back once you add the honey and gently mix inches.
- Set aside to cool for 15 minutes before icing the cake. Cut the cake through the middle and ice it in the centre and on all sides.
- Decorate the top with whatever you fancy, but I like using pink flowers, such as tulips or roses, which I plant into the cake with a bit of stem left on.
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Fahh Fahh
[email protected]I love the combination of beetroot and chocolate. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I've never tasted before.
Poetic Explosion
[email protected]This cake is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion. I served it with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries.
Beau Armes
[email protected]I made this cake in a bundt pan and it turned out beautifully. It was the perfect centerpiece for my dinner party.
Kiana Anderson
[email protected]I didn't have any dark chocolate chips, so I used semi-sweet chocolate chips instead. The cake was still delicious.
Golam Sarwar Shakil
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted almond flour for the walnuts in this recipe. It turned out great!
Durelle africa Thia
[email protected]This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a truly special treat.
MD. Shamim fakir
[email protected]I love that this cake is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate cake.
Ali Antor
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover beetroot. I always have a few beets left over after I make borscht, and this is a delicious way to use them up.
Nabanja Edith
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I followed the instructions exactly and it turned out perfect.
Alisha Gibbons
[email protected]I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful color.
Benjamin Salvitti
[email protected]This cake is a bit more dense than a traditional chocolate cake, but I actually prefer it that way. It's so rich and satisfying.
Kanyana Katia
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of beetroot, but I loved this cake. The chocolate flavor is so rich and decadent, it completely masks the taste of the beetroot.
dale lee lowe jr 2009
[email protected]This cake is so moist and fudgy, it's hard to believe that it's made with beetroot. I love the way the chocolate and beetroot flavors complement each other.
Nayyar Iqbal
[email protected]I love the beautiful color of this cake. The deep red of the beetroot gives it a festive and eye-catching appearance.
Siviwe Sihele
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just as a special treat for my family. It's always a hit!
Soha Aslam
[email protected]I'm always looking for ways to sneak more vegetables into my family's diet, and this cake is a great way to do that. My kids loved the chocolate flavor, and they had no idea that they were also eating beetroot.
Freddymc
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make! I love that I can use my food processor to quickly and easily grate the beetroot. The rest of the ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the instructions are clear and concise.
Tristan Hyde
[email protected]I was skeptical about using beetroot in a chocolate cake, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well the flavors worked together. The beetroot adds a subtle sweetness and moistness to the cake, while the chocolate provides a rich and decadent flavor.
Jeffrey Belista
[email protected]This beetroot chocolate fudge cake is a delightful treat! The combination of earthy beetroot and rich chocolate creates a unique and delicious flavor profile. The cake is moist and dense, with a fudgy texture that is simply irresistible.