I was running out of ideas on what to make for a friend for her upcoming 50th so I made this cake and she was ecstatic. I knew that after dinner she enjoyed a glass of milk with an ounce of Grand Marnier mixed in, so what better way to surprise her than with this decadent birthday cake? -Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontarior
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of two greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking cocoa, salt, baking soda and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a chilled large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until very cold., For filling, in a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over orange juice concentrate; let stand 1 minute. Stir in sugar. Heat and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in 1/4 cup Grand Marnier and orange zest. Let filling stand at room temperature just until spreadable, stirring occasionally. (If mixture becomes too firm, warm in microwave to soften, about 10-15 seconds.), Meanwhile, using a long serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally in half. Brush layers with remaining Grand Marnier. Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with one-third of the filling. Repeat twice. Top with remaining cake layer., To frost cake, cut a hole in the tip of a pastry bag or in a corner of a food-safe plastic bag and insert #829 or other large star pastry tip. Gently stir whipped cream; spoon into bag and pipe onto top and sides of cake. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.
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[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet.
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[email protected]I love the combination of chocolate and Grand Marnier in this cake. It's a perfect balance of flavors.
Fatima badaoui douida
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Thomas Carr
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Pandit Bishal
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this cake is an exception. The Grand Marnier flavor is really unique and it makes the cake so moist and flavorful.
Neema Ruwaida
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh the next day.
taimoor Akhtar
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out great. It's a favorite of my family and friends.
Nokwanda Ngwenya
[email protected]I made this cake for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy.
Titi Monroe
[email protected]This cake is absolutely delicious! The Grand Marnier adds a wonderful flavor to the chocolate cake. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Mohammad Absar
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.
Mpadwa Martin
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet.
Sultan Khan
[email protected]I love the combination of chocolate and Grand Marnier in this cake. It's a perfect balance of flavors.
Darwin
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Jeffry Charles
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Omin Malil
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this cake is an exception. The Grand Marnier flavor is really unique and it makes the cake so moist and flavorful.
komal kalam
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh the next day.
Ghayoor Nadir
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out great. It's a favorite of my family and friends.
CAMERON PEENS
[email protected]I made this cake for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy.
Arthur K
[email protected]This cake was absolutely delicious! The Grand Marnier adds a wonderful flavor to the chocolate cake. I will definitely be making this cake again.