Soft chocolate cake

Soft chocolate cake is a decadent dessert, perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a simple yet impressive recipe. This cake, with a fudgy texture and intense chocolate flavor, is sure to become a favorite in your home. The total preparation time is about 60 minutes, and the recipe is sufficient for 8 servings.

Ingredients for the base:
- 150 g dark chocolate (preferably 70% cocoa for an intense taste)
- 3 eggs (preferably at room temperature)
- 50 g flour
- 75 g brown sugar (for a deeper sweetness)
- 35 g butter (for added richness)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 teaspoons cappuccino (for a hint of flavor)
- Rum essence (a few drops)
- Vanilla (a few drops)
- 1 tablespoon cognac (or another preferred liqueur)
- 1 tablespoon berry liqueur (for a fruity taste)
- A pinch of salt
- A handful of hazelnuts (optional, for texture)

Ingredients for the cream:
- 250 ml milk
- 1 packet vanilla pudding
- 3 egg yolks
- 65 g sugar
- 30 g flour
- 50 g dark chocolate (melted, for a consistent taste)

For decoration:
- Cocoa
- White chocolate (grated or melted)
- Chocolate candies or chocolate-covered cereals

For soaking:
- Strong coffee (made from quality coffee)
- A splash of cognac

Preparation instructions:

1. Melting the chocolate: In a bowl, melt the dark chocolate together with the butter in a double boiler. Stir gently until you achieve a homogeneous mixture, then let it cool slightly.

2. Preparing the egg whites: In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until you achieve a firm foam. It is important that the bowl is completely clean so that the egg whites whip well.

3. Mixing the yolks: In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the brown sugar, rum essence, vanilla, and berry liqueur until they become a frothy and light-colored mixture.

4. Combining the ingredients: Add the melted chocolate and mix well. Then incorporate the flour, baking powder, and cappuccino. Gently mix, then add the beaten egg whites, being careful not to destroy their airy structure.

5. Baking the base: Pour the mixture into a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 25-30 minutes. The base should be firm on the outside but soft on the inside.

6. Preparing the cream: In a saucepan, add the milk and vanilla pudding. Mix the egg yolks with the sugar and flour, then incorporate the mixture into the hot milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Add the melted dark chocolate and mix well.

7. Soaking the base: Prepare a strong coffee and mix it with a splash of cognac. After the base has cooled, pour the coffee evenly over its surface.

8. Assembling the cake: Spread the vanilla cream over the base and level it with a spatula. Let the cake cool well in the refrigerator for a few hours.

9. Decorating: Before serving, sprinkle cocoa on top, add grated white chocolate, and decorate with chocolate candies or chocolate-covered cereals for an attractive appearance.

Serving suggestion: Serve the soft cake with a berry sauce for a delicious contrast. You can also add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for an extra treat.

Variations: You can replace the hazelnuts with walnuts or almonds to add crunch. You can also experiment with flavors by adding a few drops of orange or mint essence to diversify the taste.

This soft chocolate cake is not just a quick dessert but also a culinary experience that you will love every time you make it!

 Ingredients: Base: 150 g dark chocolate, 3 eggs, 50 g flour, 75 g brown sugar, 35 g butter, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 3 teaspoons cappuccino, rum essence, vanilla, 1 tablespoon cognac, 1 tablespoon berry liqueur, a pinch of salt, a handful of hazelnuts. Cream: 250 ml milk, 1 vanilla pudding, 3 egg yolks, 65 g sugar, 30 g flour, 50 g dark chocolate. For decoration: Cocoa, white chocolate, chocolate candies or chocolate-covered cereals. For soaking, make a stronger coffee and mix it with a little cognac.