Ultimate Ding Dong Cake Recipe: Moist Chocolate Cake with Creamy Filling and Chocolate Glaze
Indulge in the ultimate Ding Dong Cake, a decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate cake, a velvety creamy filling, and a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfect for any celebration or as a special treat, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Follow our step-by-step guide to create this mouthwatering masterpiece!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 210 g flour
- 200 g sugar
- 90 g cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 110 g oil
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 200 g semi-liquid cream
- 230 g coffee (1 cup)
For the Cream Filling:
- 5 tbsp flour
- 100 ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 230 g butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 200 g milk chocolate (bar)
- 150 ml fresh cream
Instructions
Cake Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add oil, eggs, vanilla extract, semi-liquid cream, and coffee. Mix on medium speed for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter into one or two greased cake molds.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Cut the cake horizontally into two layers.
Cream Filling Preparation:
- In a saucepan, whisk together flour and milk until smooth, creating a béchamel-like consistency.
- Add sugar and vanilla extract, stirring continuously until thickened.
- Let the mixture cool, then beat it with a mixer. Gradually add butter and whip until light and fluffy, resembling whipped cream.
- Spread the cream filling evenly between the cake layers and assemble the cake.
Chocolate Glaze Preparation:
- Melt the milk chocolate and fresh cream in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the assembled cake, smoothing it with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until the glaze sets.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this heavenly Ding Dong Cake!
