Chocolate lovers galore
Ingredients for cake
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3/4 cup semisweet dark chocolate, chopped
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1/2 cup butter
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3/4 cup white sugar
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1/2 cup cocoa powder
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3 eggs, beaten
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ingredients for chocolate glaze
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1 cup dark chocolate bits
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3/4 cup whipping cream
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3 dices of butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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3 teaspoons of castor sugar
Directions for cake
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Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease an 8 inch round cake pan, and dust with cocoa powder.
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In the top of a double boiler over lightly simmering water, melt chocolate and butter. Remove from heat, and stir in sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, and vanilla. Pour into prepared pan.
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Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out to a cake plate. Slices can also be reheated for 20 to 30 seconds in the microwave before serving.
Directions for chocolate glaze
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In a small saucepan over low heat, heat dark chocolate bits, whipping cream, butter & sugar stirring constantly. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and sauce is smooth. Stir in vanilla.
Tips:
Use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate as healthier option. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants which are good for your heart. It also stimulates endorphin production, which increases pleasure & contains serotonin which acts as a natural anti-depressant.
