Health-Optimized Chocolate Whipped Cream Cake
This recipe for a Chocolate Whipped Cream Cake with Strawberries offers not only indulgence but also the opportunity to celebrate good health. By using wholesome ingredients and maintaining a balanced diet, it’s easy to enjoy delicious treats while supporting your overall well-being, much like how health insurance protects your peace of mind. Here’s how to make this delightful cake:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup soured milk (1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar added to milk)
1 cup black coffee
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Whipped Cream Filling:
2 cups dark chocolate chips (50% cocoa or higher for heart-healthy benefits)
2 rounded tablespoons icing sugar
2 cups whipping cream
For the Chocolate Ganache Glaze:
¾ cup chocolate chips
1 ½ tablespoons corn syrup
3 tablespoons butter
Additional Ingredients:
2 pounds fresh strawberries (rich in antioxidants and vitamins)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake:
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate the eggs, soured milk, coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Beat on medium speed until smooth.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
2. Make the Chocolate Whipped Cream Filling:
Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt the chocolate chips until smooth. Let cool.
Whip the Cream: In a large bowl, beat whipping cream and icing sugar until soft peaks form.
Add Chocolate: Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until combined.
3. Assemble the Cake:
Layer the Cake: Place one layer of cooled cake on a plate, spread chocolate whipped cream, and arrange half of the strawberries.
Top with Second Layer: Add the second cake layer, then spread the rest of the whipped cream on top and around the sides.
4. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache Glaze:
Melt Ingredients: Over low heat, melt chocolate chips, corn syrup, and butter until smooth and glossy.
Glaze the Cake: Pour the ganache over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
5. Garnish and Serve:
Add Strawberries: Decorate with remaining strawberries.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cake for 1 hour to set the layers.
Health Tip:
Just like maintaining your health coverage, choosing the right ingredients matters. Opt for dark chocolate rich in antioxidants and strawberries, which are packed with vitamins, to keep your sweet indulgence a part of a balanced, health-conscious lifestyle.