There’s something truly enchanting about the combination of rich chocolate and airy whipped cream. The Schneewittchentorte, often translated as “Snow White Cake” is a decadent German dessert that embodies the magical pairing of these two delightful flavors. This show-stopping layered cake is perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to treat yourself to a truly indulgent sweet treat.
Schneewittchentorte
Ingredients:
For the Cake Layers:
– 6 large eggs
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Whipped Cream Filling:
– 3 cups heavy cream
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 tbsp cherry or raspberry jam
For the Chocolate Ganache:
– 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
– ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder into the egg mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
6. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. While the cakes cool, prepare the whipped cream filling. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
8. To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of jam on top, followed by a thick layer of whipped cream.
9. Repeat with the remaining layers, finishing with a generous layer of whipped cream on top. Use a spatula to smooth the sides of the cake for a clean finish.
10. For the chocolate ganache, place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 1-2 minutes.
11. Stir the chocolate and cream together until smooth and glossy. Let the ganache cool slightly before pouring it over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
12. Refrigerate the Schneewittchentorte for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Indulge in a slice of this luxurious Schneewittchentorte with a cup of coffee or tea for a truly decadent dessert experience. Serve it to guests or keep it all to yourself – either way, this cake is sure to impress with its rich layers of chocolate cake, fluffy whipped cream, and decadent ganache. Enjoy the magic of baking with this delightful recipe!