Description
A stunning Croatian dessert, perfect for celebrations. Layers of delicate cake, rich chocolate filling, and a glossy glaze.
Ingredients
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- 1 lbs (600 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 egg whites
- 2 lbs (180 g) sour cream
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 lbs (180 g) sugar
- 2 lbs (180 g) butter
- 4 cups (1 L) milk
- 5 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 5 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 lbs (200 g) sugar
- 1 lbs (50 g) dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp rum
- 1 lbs (100 g) dark chocolate
- 3 tbsp oil
- 1 lbs (50 g) butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling
- In a large saucepan, bring the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract to a boil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together a portion of the milk with the cocoa powder and flour until smooth.
- Gradually add the cocoa-flour mixture to the boiling milk, stirring constantly. Add the dark chocolate and continue cooking until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in the butter and rum. Mix until the butter is fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and let cool completely.
- Make the Cake Layers
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, sugar, egg whites, and sour cream until fluffy. Gradually add the sifted flour and baking powder, kneading until a smooth dough forms.
- Divide the dough into six equal parts. Roll each part between two sheets of parchment paper into thin rectangles, sized to fit your baking tray.
- Preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C). Bake each layer, one at a time, on a parchment-lined baking tray for about 8 minutes, or until set but still pale. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Glaze
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate, butter, and oil together, stirring until smooth.
- Assemble the Cake
- Place the first baked layer into a baking tray. Spread an even layer of the filling over it. Repeat the layering process, finishing with a dough layer on top.
- Pour the hot chocolate glaze over the top of the cake, spreading evenly.
- Refrigerate the assembled cake overnight to set.
- Serve
- The next day, cut the cake into small rectangles and serve.
Notes
- To prevent the cake layers from drying out, wrap tightly in plastic wrap after baking and before assembling.
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate in both the filling and the glaze.
- If you don’t have rum, substitute with an equal amount of strong coffee or vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Chilling Time: Overnight
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Croatian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 50
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 50