Decadent Dark Chocolate Mud Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this luxurious Decadent Dark Chocolate Mud Cake. A classic dessert from Australia's Super Food Ideas, this rich and moist cake is perfectly complemented by a silky smooth chocolate ganache. Ideal for chocolate lovers, this cake serves as a stunning centerpiece for any celebration or a delightful treat for a special occasion. Enjoy the irresistible blend of rich dark chocolate and a touch of sweetness in every bite.
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Servings
600
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
250g (melted)
dark chocolate
200g (chopped)
caster sugar
2 cups
water
1 cup (cold)
eggs
2 (lightly beaten)
self-raising flour
1 cup (sifted)
plain flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
cocoa powder
1/4 cup (sifted)
chocolate shavings
1/4-1/2 cup (for topping)
dark chocolate
200g (chopped for ganache)
thickened cream
2/3 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan-forced ovens).
2
Prepare a 6cm deep, 22cm round cake tin by greasing it. Line the base and sides with baking paper for easy removal.
3
In a medium bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, plain flour, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
4
In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add in the chopped dark chocolate, caster sugar, and cold water.
5
Stir the mixture constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat.
6
Transfer the chocolate mixture to a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool for 10 minutes.
7
Lightly beat the eggs and add them to the cooled chocolate mixture, stirring until well mixed.
8
Gradually fold in the sifted flour and cocoa mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
9
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 and 1/2 hours. Test with a skewer; it should have moist crumbs clinging to it.
11
Once baked, let the cake stand in the tin for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
12
For the Chocolate Ganache: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the chopped dark chocolate and thickened cream.
13
Stir constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until the ganache is smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl.
14
Refrigerate the ganache for about 30 minutes, or until it thickens and becomes spreadable.
15
Spread the ganache evenly over the cooled cake, using a spatula for a smooth finish.
16
Top the cake with chocolate shavings, applying generously for extra indulgence.
17
Allow the ganache to set for 10 minutes before serving.
18
Slice the cake, serve, and enjoy the rich and decadent flavors.
Nutrition Information
34.8g
Fat
72g
Carbs
7.8g
Protein
2.4g
Fiber
48g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Dark Chocolate Mud Cake?
It is a luxurious, rich, and moist chocolate cake from Australia's Super Food Ideas, topped with a silky smooth dark chocolate ganache.
How many calories are in a serving of this mud cake?
Each serving contains approximately 600 calories.
What is the oven temperature for baking this cake?
Preheat your oven to 180°C, or 160°C if you are using a fan-forced oven.
What size cake tin is required for this recipe?
You will need a 22cm round cake tin that is at least 6cm deep.
How should I prepare the cake tin?
Grease the tin and line both the base and sides with baking paper for easy removal.
Which dry ingredients should be sifted together?
Sift the self-raising flour, plain flour, and cocoa powder together in a medium bowl.
How do I start the chocolate mixture?
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, then add chopped dark chocolate, caster sugar, and cold water.
How long should I stir the melting chocolate and butter?
Stir the mixture constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until it is smooth and fully combined.
How long does the chocolate mixture need to cool?
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before adding the eggs.
How many eggs are used in the Decadent Dark Chocolate Mud Cake?
The recipe requires 2 eggs, which should be lightly beaten.
How do I incorporate the flour into the batter?
Gradually fold in the sifted flour and cocoa mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
What is the baking time for this mud cake?
The cake should bake for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
How can I tell when the mud cake is finished baking?
Test it with a skewer; it should come out with moist crumbs still clinging to it.
How long should the cake stay in the tin after baking?
Let the cake stand in the tin for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool.
What ingredients are needed for the chocolate ganache?
You will need 200g of chopped dark chocolate and 2/3 cup of thickened cream.
How do I prepare the chocolate ganache?
Combine the chocolate and cream in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring for 3 to 4 minutes until smooth and glossy.
Does the ganache need to be chilled?
Yes, refrigerate the ganache for about 30 minutes or until it thickens enough to be spreadable.
How much total dark chocolate is needed for the recipe?
You need a total of 400g of dark chocolate: 200g for the cake batter and 200g for the ganache.
What is used for the cake topping?
The cake is topped with chocolate shavings, typically 1/4 to 1/2 cup.
How much butter is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 250g of butter.
What type of flour is used in this mud cake?
A combination of 1 cup of self-raising flour and 1.5 cups of plain flour is used.
What is the fat content of this dessert?
One serving contains 34.8g of fat.
How much sugar is in one serving?
There are 48g of sugar per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for special occasions?
Yes, its rich texture and decadent ganache make it an ideal centerpiece for celebrations.
How much protein does the cake provide?
The cake provides 7.8g of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
Each serving contains 72g of carbohydrates.
How much fiber is in the cake?
There is 2.4g of fiber per serving.
How long should the ganache set before serving?
Allow the ganache to set for 10 minutes after spreading it on the cake before you slice and serve.
What kind of cream is used for the ganache?
The recipe specifies using thickened cream.
Is the water used in the batter hot or cold?
The recipe requires 1 cup of cold water to be added during the initial melting stage.