Chocolate Factory Recipe
topped with Whipped Cream
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Whipped Cream Topping
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Add Boiling Water
Stir in the boiling water until fully combined. The batter will be thin.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Whipped Cream Preparation
- 7
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- 8
Beat Until Stiff Peaks
Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
Assembly
- 9
Layer the Cakes
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top.
- 10
Add Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top of the whipped cream. Use the remaining whipped cream to frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 11
Serve
Slice the cake and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.