Hanukkah Gelt Decadent Chocolate Celebration Cake
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with this rich and indulgent Hanukkah Gelt Decadent Chocolate Celebration Cake. Layered with luscious double fudge and adorned with gleaming gold chocolate coins, this cake is perfect for festive gatherings and family celebrations. With its moist and flavorful cake and creamy frosting, every bite is a delightful treat that captures the spirit of Hanukkah. Share this dessert with your loved ones and create lasting memories as you enjoy its decadent chocolate goodness together.
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Servings
225
Calories
20
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
2 cups (granulated)
oil
1 1/4 cups (vegetable or canola)
eggs
3 (large, beaten)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (pure)
all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups (sifted)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons
cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
cocoa powder
1 cup (measured then sifted)
warm flat cola drink
1 1/2 cups
chocolate chips
1/2 cup (melted and cooled)
shortening
2 tablespoons
unsalted butter or margarine
3/4 cup (softened)
vanilla extract (for icing)
1 teaspoon (pure)
cocoa powder (for icing)
3/4 cup (measured then sifted)
confectioners' sugar
3 cups (measured then sifted (up to 4 cups for desired sweetness))
cola or half-and-half
1/2 cup
gold chocolate coins
20-30
colored sprinkles or candy sprinkles
(for decoration)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper circles for easy removal.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and oil, blending them well. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing until the batter is thick, smooth, and light in color. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3
In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and sifted cocoa powder until well combined.
4
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the warm flat cola, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until combined; the batter will be quite thin.
5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake in the middle of the oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the cakes spring back when gently pressed.
6
While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, cream the melted chocolate, shortening, butter, and vanilla together. Add the sifted cocoa powder and 1 cup of confectioners' sugar, mixing thoroughly.
7
Gradually add in the remaining confectioners' sugar, whipping on high speed. If the frosting is too thick, gradually add in some warm water, cola, or half-and-half until you achieve a light and fluffy consistency.
8
For assembly, place one layer of the cooled cake on a cardboard circle. Spread about 1/2-inch thick frosting evenly over the surface. Gently place the second layer on top.
9
Frost the sides and top of the entire cake, smoothing it out. Coat the sides of the cake with colorful sprinkles for a festive touch.
10
For decoration, line the bottom edge of the cake with gold chocolate coins and scatter additional coins on top, positioning them either flat or standing up. Optionally, you can cut some coins in half and place them around the top edge.
11
To enhance the festive feel, place a few miniature dreidels or Chanukah candles on the cake, remembering you can light the candles when the menorah is lit.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
35g
Carbs
2.25g
Protein
15g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hanukkah Gelt Decadent Chocolate Celebration Cake?
It is a rich, indulgent chocolate layer cake featuring double fudge and gold chocolate coins, designed specifically for Hanukkah celebrations.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size and type of pans are needed?
You will need two 9-inch round cake pans for this recipe.
How should the cake pans be prepared?
Lightly grease the pans and line them with parchment paper circles to ensure easy removal of the cakes.
What are the primary wet ingredients for the cake batter?
The wet base consists of sugar, vegetable or canola oil, three large beaten eggs, and pure vanilla extract.
How should the eggs be incorporated into the batter?
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until the batter becomes thick, smooth, and light in color.
Which dry ingredients need to be sifted together?
Sift together the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and cocoa powder.
What is the unique liquid used in the cake batter?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of warm flat cola drink to be folded into the mixture.
What is the expected consistency of the cake batter?
After mixing the dry and wet ingredients with the cola, the resulting batter will be quite thin.
How long do the cakes need to bake?
Bake the cakes in the middle of the oven for approximately 35 to 40 minutes.
How do you verify if the cakes are fully cooked?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean and the cakes spring back when pressed, they are done.
What ingredients are used to make the frosting base?
The frosting is made by creaming together melted chocolate chips, shortening, softened unsalted butter or margarine, and vanilla.
How much confectioners' sugar is used in the icing?
The recipe uses 3 cups of sifted confectioners' sugar, though you can use up to 4 cups depending on your preferred sweetness.
How can I adjust the frosting if it becomes too thick?
Gradually add small amounts of warm water, cola, or half-and-half until you reach a light and fluffy consistency.
How should the cake be assembled?
Place one layer on a base, spread a 1/2-inch thick layer of frosting, and then place the second cake layer on top.
How are the sides of the cake decorated?
After frosting the entire cake, coat the sides with colorful sprinkles for a festive finish.
What is used for the gold Hanukkah theme?
Gold chocolate coins, also known as gelt, are used to line the bottom edge and decorate the top of the cake.
How should the gold coins be positioned on top of the cake?
You can scatter them flat, stand them up, or cut some in half and place them around the top edge.
Are there any other recommended decorations?
Yes, you can place miniature dreidels or Chanukah candles on the cake to enhance the holiday feel.
Can the candles on the cake be lit?
Yes, the candles can be lit at the same time the menorah is lit during the celebration.
How many calories are in a serving of this cake?
Each serving contains approximately 225 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving of this chocolate cake contains 7.5 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each slice?
There are 35 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the cake?
The cake provides 2.25 grams of protein per serving.
How much sugar is in each serving?
There are 15 grams of sugar per serving.
Does the recipe include any spices?
Yes, it includes 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in the dry ingredient mix.
What role does shortening play in the recipe?
Shortening is used in the frosting to help create a creamy and stable texture when mixed with butter and chocolate.
How many total ingredients are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires a total of 20 ingredients, including those for both the cake and the frosting.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either softened unsalted butter or margarine in the frosting.
What type of flour is best for this cake?
The recipe recommends using 2.5 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.