Ala Mode Recipe
Make Ala Mode Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Cake
For the Whipped Cream
For Serving
Method
For the Chocolate Cake
- 1
Preheat the 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 all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- 5
Add Boiling Water
Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth (the batter will be thin).
- 6
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cake
Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
For the Whipped Cream
- 8
Prepare Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form.
For Serving
- 9
Assemble the Dessert
Place a slice of chocolate cake on a plate, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and drizzle with chocolate sauce.
- 10
Add Whipped Cream
Finish off by adding a generous dollop of whipped cream on top.