CHOCOLATE PUDDING CAKE WITH PEPPERMINT-MASCARPONE CREAM

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For a romantic dessert, try this decadent cake from chef Ben Ford of Ford's Filling Station.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray
11 ounces dark chocolate, preferably 64 percent cacao
2 ounces milk chocolate
3/4 cup unsalted butter
8 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup light-brown sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of coarse salt
1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies, plus 8 whole for garnish
1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
1 cup whipped cream
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9-inch springform pan with a parchment paper round; spray with nonstick cooking spray. Wrap exterior of pan with a double layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Set aside.
  • Melt both chocolates and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over (but not touching) simmering water; set aside to cool slightly.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg yolks, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until very thick and ribbons form; stir in vanilla, salt, and cooled chocolate.
  • In the clean bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in some of the egg yolk mixture, then fold half of the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture. Fold remaining egg whites into yolk mixture.
  • Pour into prepared springform pan and place it into a larger roasting pan. Add enough hot water to roasting pan to come 1 inch up sides of springform pan. Carefully transfer to oven and bake until top appears dry but inside is moist and mousse-like, 50 to 60 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat or waxed paper. Place whole peppermint candies about 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Transfer to oven and bake until melted, about 7 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, mix together mascarpone cheese, crushed peppermint candies, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Stir in whipped cream and add remaining 2 tablespoons sugar.
  • To serve, unmold cake and dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve with peppermint mascarpone cream and candy garnish.

Masud Ahemd Likon
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the peppermint cream is a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Md faruk Faruk
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This cake is so easy to make and it tastes delicious! I love the peppermint cream frosting. It's the perfect holiday dessert.


Rene Cupido
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one is amazing! The peppermint cream really makes it special. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ronnel Mendoza
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This cake is delicious! The chocolate cake is moist and flavorful, and the peppermint cream is the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Kyra Daniels
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of chocolate and peppermint. The cake is easy to make and the results are impressive.


tahir akram
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This cake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! The peppermint cream is the perfect holiday touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Faiza Mohammed
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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. The peppermint cream is a really nice touch.


Adidas Lasa
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This cake is a chocolate lover's dream! It's so rich and decadent, and the peppermint cream is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Puja Gajurel
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I'm not a big fan of peppermint, but I loved this cake! The chocolate cake is so rich and moist, and the peppermint cream is just a hint of flavor. It's the perfect balance.


Jalanja Dulaksana
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This cake is amazing! It's so moist and chocolatey, and the peppermint cream is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Akhtar Baloch
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the peppermint cream is a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Tutu Smange
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This cake is so easy to make and it tastes delicious! I love the peppermint cream frosting. It's the perfect holiday dessert.


Chiefluci Comedy
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one is amazing! The peppermint cream really makes it special. I'll definitely be making this again.


Khizarhayait Khizarhayait
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of chocolate and peppermint. The cake is easy to make and the results are impressive. Highly recommend!


Christian Dentist
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This chocolate pudding cake with peppermint mascarpone cream is an absolute delight! The cake is moist and rich, and the peppermint cream adds a refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.