The Edison Recipe
Make The Edison Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Ingredients
Topping Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Batter
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder until well combined.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until smooth.
- 4
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Baking the Cake
- 5
Prepare the Baking Pan
Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- 6
Pour Batter into Pan
Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- 7
Bake the Cake
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 8
Preparing the Topping
- 9
Make the Glaze
In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- 10
Assemble the Cake
Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top, then sprinkle with chocolate shavings for decoration.
