CRUNCHY CHOCOLATE CARAMEL LAYER CAKE
Sandwich layers of crisp chocolate pastry with an oozing chocolate-caramel sauce for a stunning-but-easy celebratory dessert.
Provided by Donna Hay
Categories HarperCollins Dessert Christmas Christmas Eve Chocolate Cake Pastry Butterscotch/Caramel Bake Winter Birthday Valentine's Day Holiday 2018
Yield 10-12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line 2 large baking trays with non-stick baking paper. Place the flour, cocoa and sugar in a food processor and pulse to combine. Add the butter, water, egg and extra yolks and process until a smooth dough forms. Turn out the dough and bring it together on a lightly floured surface. Divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a very thin rectangle and trim to 10cm x 35cm. Prick each layer all over with a fork and place on the trays. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until just crisp. Transfer to wire racks and allow to cool at room temperature until crisp.
- To make the chocolate caramel filling, place the sugar and water in a medium saucepan (see note) over medium heat and stir to dissolve the sugar. Bring to the boil and cook for 8-10 minutes or until deep golden in colour. Remove from the heat and, working quickly, add the cream in a thin steady stream. Add the butter, return to the heat and cook, stirring, until well combined. Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl, pour the caramel mixture over and stir until melted and smooth. Refrigerate until just cold, whisking occasionally. Once cooled, whisk for 1-2 minutes or until creamy and smooth.
- To assemble, place 1 of the pastry layers on a cake stand or plate. Spread evenly with 1/3 cup (80ml) of the chocolate caramel filling. Repeat with the remaining pastry and filling, finishing with a pastry layer. Refrigerate the cake for 1-2 hours or until set. Slice to serve.
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Jadaysha Barnett
[email protected]This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less sugar next time.
Eesa Sheikh
[email protected]This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.
Mwebaze Rickson
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge hit! All the kids loved it.
Ian Alonso
[email protected]This cake was a bit too dense for my taste. I think I would use a different recipe next time.
Richard Butler
[email protected]This cake was amazing! The chocolate and caramel layers were perfect together and the crunch from the nuts added a nice texture. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.
Ali Arbab
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. The cake was moist and flavorful and the frosting was creamy and delicious. I would definitely make this cake again.
Kishantha Kishantha
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the cake layers to bake evenly. The top layer was a little overcooked while the bottom layer was still a little undercooked.
Prince Daniyal
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less sugar next time.
Joseluis Carbajal
[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.
Prince Pearce
[email protected]This cake is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ekweali Sylvia
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! It was moist and flavorful. The frosting was also very good and easy to make.
Michelle Berger
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! It was so delicious and everyone loved it. The chocolate and caramel layers were perfect together and the crunch from the nuts added a nice texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.