Description
A delightful and creamy Bavarian cake topped with a snowy layer of whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- Add softened butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding the whipped cream.
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Bavarian cake, dessert, chocolate cake, whipped cream, easy cake recipe