New Theatre's Signature Dessert recipe served on a plate, by New Theatre & Restaurant
Jun 09 2026
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New Theatre's Signature Dessert Recipe

Inspired by New Theatre & Restaurant
Time2h
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Cake Base

Chocolate Ganache

Whipped Cream Topping

Garnish

Method

Cake Base

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Then, carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.

  5. 5

    Bake the Cake

    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Cool the Cakes

    Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chocolate Ganache

  1. 7

    Heat Cream

    In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

  2. 8

    Add Chocolate

    Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let it sit for 5 minutes.

  3. 9

    Stir Ganache

    Stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.

Whipped Cream Topping

  1. 10

    Whip Cream

    In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

  2. 11

    Beat Until Stiff Peaks

    Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Assembly and Garnish

  1. 12

    Layer the Cake

    Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of chocolate ganache over the top.

  2. 13

    Add Second Layer

    Place the second cake layer on top and pour the remaining ganache over the entire cake, allowing some to drip down the sides.

  3. 14

    Top with Whipped Cream

    Spoon the whipped cream on top of the ganache-covered cake.

  4. 15

    Garnish

    Finish by garnishing with chocolate shavings and fresh raspberries.

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