Mole Cake
A delicious and easy-to-make chocolate cake topped with creamy quark filling and chocolate shavings, perfect for any occasion.
Ingrédients
Cake Ingredients
- 250 g all-purpose flour Use gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
- 250 g sugar Can substitute with stevia or coconut sugar.
- 250 g butter Use unsalted butter for better control of saltiness.
- 5 pieces eggs Consider flaxseed meal for a vegan version.
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 100 g cocoa powder Opt for a high-quality cocoa powder.
Filling Ingredients
- 500 g quark Dairy-free yogurt can be used as a substitute.
- 200 g whipped cream Use dairy-free alternative if needed.
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- as needed Chocolate shavings For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and pre-measure them for easy mixing.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking sheet and spread evenly.
Baking
- Bake the cake for 25-30 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan, about an hour.
Preparation of Filling
- Mix the quark with whipped cream and vanilla sugar until smooth.
- Once the cake is cooled, cut it in half horizontally.
- Spread the quark mixture on the bottom layer and place the top layer back on.
Decoration
- Frost the top of the cake with leftover quark mixture.
- Decorate with chocolate shavings.
Notes
Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Wrap securely if freezing.