The Best Chocolate Mud Cake Merrylands

1. The Best Chocolate Mud Cake Merrylands In the world of cakes, there’s a saying that goes: Not all cakes are created equal. It’s possible that this is not a true saying, but it’s still true. Some cakes are lighter and spongier while others are firmer. This cake is the latter. You will never find a better recipe for chocolate mud cake Merrylands. My buttercream frosting and basic sugar cookies are some of my favorite foundational recipes. This next recipe is a must-have because you will use it every day! Here’s my Chocolate Mud Cake Merrylands Recipe! These cakes work well for tiers or fondant. Chocolate mud cake Merrylands has a long shelf life (1 week without refrigeration!). They are not as dense as other cakes and, although they’re more durable than others, you can still enjoy them. You will never want to bake another chocolate cake! Instructions: Preheat the oven to 325degF. Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan with a depth of 3 inches. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper. If you do not have a pan that is 3 inches deep, you can substitute a 9-inch springform pan. However, you will need to cover the outside with foil in the event the batter leaks. Combine the butter, coffee, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer. Add the chocolate and stir until completely melted. Remove the pan from the heat. Allow to cool down to room temperature.

2. Make a well at the center of the large bowl by whisking together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder. Pour the buttermilk, chocolate, oil, and eggs into a large bowl and mix vigorously using a wooden spatula until no lumps remain. Pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes or until the skewer that is inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan. Decorate your home with: Dip the bottom 1/3 of strawberries in melted chocolate, and then place them on parchment paper-lined baking sheets to set. Sprinkle chocolate sprinkles on top of the chocolate melted to decorate the strawberries Place the melted chocolate into a bag that can be sealed. Slice off the fine tip of the corner and drizzle melted chocolate in straight lines on top of chocolate-covered strawberries. Cut the KitKats into 2 pieces each. Spread the ganache on a cake plate/cake board. Place the chocolate mud cake Merrylands on top. Spread the ganache evenly over the entire cake. Spread it evenly using an offset spatula. Remove any excess ganache using a paper towel. Place Kit Kats 2, one at a time, around the chocolate mud cake Merrylands. Tie a red ribbon around the break line between the two halves. Add a few strawberries that are not chocolate-dipped to the top of the cake. Alternate between the chocolate-drizzled strawberries and the chocolate-sprinkled strawberries. This chocolate mud cake Merrylands is the best! What you’ll need: Salted Butter 250g / 9.oz 250g / 9oz dark (or milk) chocolate (chopped or broken) 8 tsp instant coffee (about 10 g – no coffee flavor – I promise). 180ml of water 150g / 5.5oz self-raising flour 150g / 5.5oz plain flour 60g / 2.oz cocoa (best unsweetened) 1/2 tsp bi-carb (baking) SODA 500g / 17oz caster sugar 5 eggs, lightly beaten at room temperature. 70g / 2.5oz vegetable oil You can make your buttermilk by adding lemon juice to whole milk and letting it stand for 10 minutes. To Decorate Strawberries Melted chocolate

3. Chocolate ganache Kit Kat Blocks Chocolate Sprinkles Snap seal bag Scissors Offset spatula Red Ribbon Cake plate/cake board Baking sheet Parchment Paper 9″ Round Springform Pan Large bowl Grease and line the baking tin Saucepan