Mima 1872 Recipe
Make Mima 1872 Recipe at home. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Chocolate Ganache
Optional Toppings
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing 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 and smooth.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cake
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chocolate Ganache
- 7
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- 8
Add Chocolate Chips
Remove from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring until melted and smooth.
- 9
Cool Ganache
Let the ganache cool at room temperature until it thickens slightly, about 10-15 minutes.
Assembly and Serving
- 10
Frost the Cake
Once the cake is completely cool, pour the chocolate ganache over the top, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- 11
Add Toppings
If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts on top or serve with whipped cream and fresh berries.
- 12
Slice and Serve
Cut the cake into squares and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later.