Best 6 Dragonfly Dark Chocolate Cake Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a delectable journey as we explore a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a world of pure chocolate bliss. The dragonfly dark chocolate cake is an exquisite creation that combines the richness of dark chocolate with a light and fluffy texture. Layers upon layers of decadent chocolate sponge are carefully crafted to form a towering masterpiece that will astound both the eyes and the palate. Each bite promises an explosion of intense chocolate flavor, balanced by a touch of sweetness that lingers on the tongue. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, let us guide you through the process of creating this luxurious dessert. Discover the secrets behind achieving the perfect texture and how to adorn your cake with intricate chocolate decorations that will leave a lasting impression.

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DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE



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The type and strength of the coffee and chocolate will change the taste of this cake. Modify them as you see fit.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield One 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 30

Unsalted butter, for greasing
125 grams (about 1 cup) awesome-quality unsweetened cocoa powder, plus more for dusting
90 grams dark chocolate, chopped
360 milliliters (about 1 1/2 cups) hot coffee
310 grams (about 2 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
10 grams (2 teaspoons) baking soda
5 grams (1 teaspoon) baking powder
600 grams (about 3 cups) sugar
180 milliliters (about 3/4 cup) vegetable oil
6 grams (1 teaspoon) kosher salt
5 milliliters (1 teaspoon) vanilla extract
3 large eggs
360 milliliters (about 1 1/2 cups) buttermilk
2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Italian Meringue Buttercream:
369 grams (about 1 3/4 cups) sugar
125 grams (about 1/2 cup) water
20 grams (about 1 tablespoon) light corn syrup
Pinch kosher salt
170 grams egg whites
Pinch cream of tartar
452 to 565 grams (4 to 5 sticks) unsalted butter, cubed, at cool room temperature
2 tablespoons vanilla bean paste
Chocolate Feuilletine Crunch:
4 ounces great-quality dark chocolate
4 ounces great-quality milk chocolate
2 to 4 ounces feuilletine flakes

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter three 9-inch cake pans and dust with cocoa powder, shaking off the excess.
  • Mix the chocolate into the hot coffee in a medium bowl and stir to melt. Set aside to cool completely.
  • In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and baking powder. Set aside.
  • Combine the sugar, oil, salt and vanilla in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed, 3 to 5 minutes. (This batter is fluid and tends to get lumps; mix carefully with the paddle, or even use the whisk attachment on low speed to avoid lumps.) With the mixer on low speed, add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape the bowl and continue mixing on medium-low speed until fully incorporated, 2 to 3 minutes. (Don't worry about overmixing at this stage; you need to make sure the batter base is fully mixed.)
  • Stir the buttermilk into the coffee mixture. In alternating batches, add the flour and buttermilk mixtures to the batter base. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be thick but fluid. Stir or mix by hand to get rid of any lumps; strain if you feel compelled.
  • Divide the batter among the prepared cake pans. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • For the toffee: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine the butter, sugar and salt in a heavy-bottom saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer. Heat over medium-high heat to 300 degrees F (the hard crack stage), 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour over the prepared baking sheet and let cool completely. Break into small pieces, then process into a powder using a food processor or coffee grinder.
  • For the buttercream: Combine 339 grams of the sugar, the water, corn syrup and salt in a heavy saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer. Heat over medium-low heat until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat to medium, being careful not to let the flames go up the sides of the saucepan. The target temperature for the syrup is 250 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, combine the egg whites and cream of tartar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. When the syrup has reached 230 degrees F, run the mixer on medium speed until the egg whites get frothy. Sprinkle the remaining 30 grams sugar into the egg whites and continue to whip on medium speed. (The egg whites should increases in size and form soft peaks by the time syrup reaches 250 degrees F.) Once the syrup reaches 250 degrees F, increase the mixer to high speed and carefully pour the hot syrup down the side of the bowl, being sure not to hit the whip. Whip the mixture until it has cooled to room temperature, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Replace the whisk with the paddle attachment. Gradually beat in the butter, a few cubes at a time, on medium-low speed. Mix until the buttercream comes together, then mix in the vanilla bean paste.
  • Mix 3 to 4 ounces of the powdered toffee into 1 cup of the buttercream and set aside.
  • For the chocolate feuilletine crunch: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Melt the dark chocolate and milk chocolate in a double boiler. Remove from the heat and mix in the feuilletine. Spread on the prepared baking sheet and let cool. Crumble into bite-size pieces. Set aside.
  • To assemble the cake: Set one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with a thin, even layer (about 1/4 inch) of the buttercream, then spread with a thin, even layer (1/8 to 1/4 inch) of the toffee-buttercream mixture. Top with feuilletine crunch. Repeat with the remaining layers. Cover the cake with the remaining buttercream.

DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE



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While it takes slightly longer to prepare this recipe than a box mix, the resulting moist, delicious cake makes it VERY worth the little extra time. I consider this 'perfect' chocolate cake. This cake is excellent with both with Recipe #261024 and Recipe #208959 (the dark flavor version). (I use Recipe #95416 when I'm decorating the cake.) I love how the leftovers are still moist even a day or two later. (I store my loosely covered with plastic wrap.) My father adores this cake with Recipe #261024 on it. For his birthday, Father's Day etc. I make him cupcakes with the icing on them and individually wrap them. He keeps them in his freezer for when he wants "a piece of cake". He claims they are as good as when they are fresh. (Even though it isn't where I got the recipe from so I can't vouch for it, reviewers have said it is the recipe on the Hershey's cocoa can. I would recommend using their Special Dark Cocoa if possible.)

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 20-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups sugar
1 3/4 cups flour
3/4 cup baking cocoa (dutch process or dark cocoa preferably)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4-1 cup boiling water (see note below)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease and flour two 9 inch round baking pans or one 13x9 inch pan.
  • In large mixer bowl, stir together dry ingredients.
  • Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in boiling water by hand (batter will be thin). NOTE: I have tried it with 1/2 cup, 2/3 cup and 3/4 cup boiling water and we prefer it with less than 1 cup water. I usually use between 2/3 & 3/4 cups. The cake is still very moist but it doesn't seem to "fall" as much as it cools. This might have to do with our high humidity or brand of flour or other factors so I don't know if it will work for everyone.
  • Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes for round 9-inch pans, 35 to 40 minutes for rectangular pan or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. (Do not use 8-inch pans or the batter will overflow.).
  • Because they have a tendency to overflow if you fill them more than 2/3 full, I usually get about 27-28 cupcakes per batch. Bake for approximately 18-20 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to wire racks.
  • Please note: baking cocoa isn't hot chocolate drink mix! Baking cocoa contains no sugar and it is found on the baking aisle. Chocolate drink mixes that you add to milk or water to drink WILL NOT work in this recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.1, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 252.4, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 20.1, Protein 2.8

DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE I



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This recipe features an icing made with cream cheese, cocoa, and cinnamon frosts this dark chocolate cake for an elegant dessert.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Dark Chocolate

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups boiling water
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 ¼ cups white sugar
4 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 3 - 9 inch round cake pans. In medium bowl, pour boiling water over cocoa, and whisk until smooth. Let mixture cool. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at time, then stir in vanilla. Add the flour mixture alternately with the cocoa mixture. Spread batter evenly between the 3 prepared pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.9 calories, Carbohydrate 63.5 g, Cholesterol 102.7 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 462.6 mg, Sugar 37.9 g

DARK CHOCOLATE CHERRY LOAF CAKE



Dark Chocolate Cherry Loaf Cake image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick baking spray, for the pan
One 15.25-ounce box dark chocolate cake mix
2/3 cup milk
1/3 cup salted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cherry preserves
Splash of milk
6 drops red food coloring
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment, allowing it to hang over the sides. Spray the parchment with baking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, milk, melted butter and eggs until smooth. Fold in the chocolate chunks. Add the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Place the loaf pan on a sheet pan and bake until a cake tester comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool slightly before removing it from the cake pan, then allow the cake to cool completely, about an hour.
  • For the cherry glaze: Mix the powdered sugar, preserves and milk until thoroughly combined; it should be thick but pourable. Add the food coloring and mix through. Pour the icing over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Sprinkle over the mini chocolate chips. Slice and serve.

DARK AND CREAMY CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Impress your valentine with this luscious dessert. This is a very rich and moist cake, perfect for Valentine's Day, or any time!

Provided by Bean cookers

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Dark Chocolate

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ¾ sticks unsalted butter
7 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
⅔ cup brown sugar
5 large cold eggs
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Generously butter a 9x2 inch round cake pan and dust with flour.
  • Melt butter and chocolate together in a heavy saucepan over very low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in sugar and eggs 1 at a time. Stir vigorously 2 or 3 times, then gently whisk in flour and salt. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Rap pan once against the counter to settle batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
  • Run a knife around the edge of the pan and cool for 10 minutes. Unmold cake and cool right-side up on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 170.8 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 70.8 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

BEVERLY'S DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE



Beverly's Dark Chocolate Cake image

Categories     Cake     Mixer     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Vanilla     Spring     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 cups hot water
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan. Place sugar, cocoa, and salt in large bowl. Pour in oil (do not mix). Place baking soda in medium bowl; stir in 1 1/2 cups hot water (mixture will bubble up). Add baking soda mixture to cocoa mixture and, using electric mixer, beat until cool, about 1 minute. Beat in flour, then eggs and vanilla. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool cake completely in pan on rack. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and store at room temperature.) Cut cake into squares and serve.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your cake. Use the best chocolate and butter that you can afford.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the Cake in a Water Bath: Baking the cake in a water bath helps to create a moist and evenly baked cake.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Before you frost the cake, let it cool completely. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a Simple Syrup to Moisten the Cake: Brushing the cake with a simple syrup before frosting it will help to keep it moist.
  • Be Creative with Your Frosting: You can use any type of frosting you like to top the cake. Get creative and try something new!

Conclusion:

The Dragonfly Dark Chocolate Cake is an exquisite dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture, this cake is sure to impress your guests. Be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your cake turns out perfectly.

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