Description
Chocolate Cake Decoration: 7 Irresistible Ways to Dazzle
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
- Edible gold leaf (optional)
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to soften.
- Add the unsalted butter and stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth. Allow it to cool for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
- If necessary, level the top of your cooled chocolate cake using a serrated knife to create an even surface.
- Pour the ganache over the center of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to spread it evenly if needed.
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings or curls around the top and sides of the cake for an elegant touch.
- Decorate the top of the cake with fresh berries, placing them in clusters for a vibrant look.
- If desired, carefully place small pieces of edible gold leaf on top for a luxurious finish.
- Add a few mint leaves around the berries for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before decorating.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the ganache.
- Feel free to mix and match berries for decoration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg