Chocolate Pinecone Cake
Chocolate Pinecone Cake is a delightful and visually stunning dessert that combines rich chocolate flavors with a unique pinecone shape. This cake features moist layers enveloped in luscious ganache and topped with crunchy nuts, making it the perfect centerpiece for any special occasion or just a treat for yourself. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you can create this impressive dessert that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Not specified
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chopped pecans or almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering and pour over chopped chocolate; let sit before stirring until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize by using Dutch-processed cocoa for deeper flavor or adding chocolate chips to the batter. Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.