Grand Marnier Chocolate Cake Recipe
Grand Marnier Infused Rich Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Icing, Chocolate Morsels, Fresh Whipped Cream
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Icing Ingredients
Toppings
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Slowly stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in 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 a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing Preparation
- 7
Make the Icing
In a medium bowl, beat the unsweetened cocoa powder and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, mixing until well combined. Add vanilla extract and mix until creamy.
Whipped Cream Preparation
- 8
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. You can add a tablespoon of sugar for sweetness if desired.
Assemble the Cake
- 9
Layer the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of icing on top.
- 10
Add Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining icing.
- 11
Garnish with Morsels
Sprinkle chocolate morsels on top of the frosted cake for decoration.
- 12
Serve with Whipped Cream
Serve slices of the cake with a dollop of fresh whipped cream on the side.
