Torta 4 Recipe
Make Torta 4 Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Cake Batter
Frosting
Garnish (optional)
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 mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Incorporate Boiling Water
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 6
Prepare Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until combined.
- 7
Add Cream and Vanilla
Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Beat on high speed for 2-3 minutes until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
Assembly
- 8
Layer the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
- 9
Add Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Garnishing (Optional)
- 10
Add Garnish
If desired, garnish the top of the cake with chocolate shavings and fresh berries.