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Ingredients
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Cake and Filling
Method
Cake Assembly and Flavoring
Prepare the Coffee Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of brewed coffee, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons of brandy. Heat until sugar dissolves, then let cool.
Make the Coffee Buttercream
In a bowl, mix 2 cups of unsalted butter, 2 cups of powdered sugar, and 1/4 cup of brewed coffee until smooth.
Prepare the Dark Chocolate Ganache
In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy cream until simmering. Pour over 8 ounces of chopped dark chocolate in a bowl and let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Assemble the Cake
Cut the cake layers into equal squares. Dip each layer in the coffee syrup, then alternate layers of coffee buttercream and chocolate ganache. Repeat until all layers are used. Top with ganache.