Layer Cakes
For the chocolate sponge:
For the chocolate cream:
For the chocolate glaze:
For the filling and decoration:
A rich and indulgent chocolate layer cake featuring three layers of soft cocoa sponge, smooth chocolate cream and juicy cherries. Finished with a glossy dark chocolate glaze and decorated with fresh fruit, this elegant cake is perfect for birthdays, family celebrations and special occasions. A delicious combination of intense chocolate flavour, creamy sweetness and fruity freshness.
Prepare the sponge. Beat the eggs with the sugar and water until light and fluffy. Add the flour, sifted cocoa powder and baking powder, then mix until combined. Transfer the batter to a 24 cm round springform tin with its base lined with baking parchment. Place in an oven preheated to 180°C and bake for 35–40 minutes. Once cooled, slice the sponge horizontally into three layers.
Prepare the chocolate cream. Pour the cold milk into a tall mixing bowl and add the chocolate cream mix. Beat with an electric mixer on its highest speed for approximately 2 minutes. Add the softened butter and continue beating until smooth.
Place one sponge layer on a cake stand and spread with a thin layer of chocolate cream. Arrange the cherries over the cream and cover with the second sponge layer. Spread with another layer of cream and cover with the third sponge layer. Press down gently. Spread the remaining cream over the entire cake and refrigerate.
Prepare the chocolate glaze. Pour 2 tablespoons of the whipping cream over the gelatine and leave to bloom. Heat the remaining cream in a saucepan, add the chocolate broken into pieces and stir until the glaze is smooth. Finally, add the gelatine and continue stirring until completely dissolved. Cool the glaze in a water bath.
Pour the chocolate glaze over the chilled cake and decorate as desired.
