Thanks to Miele for the recipe.
Enjoy the holiday season with Somrak
The holidays are all about bringing people together, creating memories, and indulging in delicious treats that warm the spirit. This season, why not take your baking up a notch? With inspiration from Miele and a touch of Somrak Kitchens’ expertise, we’re sharing an irresistibly rich, moist mocha chocolate cake recipe that will impress your holiday guests and add an elegant centerpiece to your celebrations.
At Somrak Kitchens, we believe the perfect dish starts with the perfect cooking environment. With premium kitchen designs and tools, creating masterpiece desserts like this is not only achievable but effortless.
Why This Recipe is a Showstopper
Chocolate, coffee, and a hint of redcurrants come together in layers of decadent perfection. This naked cake (a modern baking trend where the cake’s layers are beautifully visible) exudes sophistication while remaining approachable. The Moist Mocha Chocolate Cake is elevated with coffee eau de vie or your choice of liqueur for a slight kick and balanced with the tart brightness of fresh redcurrants.
Whether you’re hosting a festive dinner or gifting a homemade treat to loved ones, this cake is sure to become a holiday tradition.
The Recipe: Moist Mocha Chocolate Cake
Ingredients (Serves 8)
For the cake:
- 100 g softened butter (plus a little extra for greasing)
- 200 g flour (plus more for dusting)
- 3 cups of strong mocha or coffee
- 100 g bitter couverture (60% cocoa, finely chopped)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 225 g sugar
- 2 packs vanilla sugar
- 3 organic eggs (medium)
- 2-3 tbsp coffee eau de vie (or alternative brandy/coffee liqueur)
For the filling:
- 1 leaf of white gelatine
- 50 ml strong mocha or coffee
- 1 portion of soluble coffee powder (2 g)
- 200 g whipping cream (35% fat)
- 50 g sugar
- 100 g fresh redcurrants (plus sprigs for garnish)
For the chocolate glaze:
- 2 tbsp whipping cream (30–35 g)
- 50 g couverture (60% cocoa, very finely chopped)
Kitchen tools:
- 1 springform tin (18 cm diameter)
- Palette knife or offset spatula
Preparation Steps
1. Prepare Your Cake Base
- Preheat your oven to 160°C (Top/Bottom Heat).
- Grease your springform tin and dust with flour. Brew the coffee, and while it’s still hot, mix 135 ml with the couverture and 100 g sugar until dissolved.
- Cream the butter, 125 g sugar, and 1 pack of vanilla sugar, then add the eggs one at a time. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cocoa powder, then stir into the mixture. Finally, incorporate the coffee and chocolate mixture.
- Pour into the tin and bake for 55 minutes. Test with a toothpick—if necessary, leave in the switched-off oven for another 5 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing the tin and placing the cake upside down on a cooling rack. Once fully cooled, slice off the domed top to level the cake, then slice horizontally into three layers.
2. Make the Filling
- Dissolve one pack of vanilla sugar into ½ cup of coffee and stir in the coffee eau de vie. Moisten the three cake layers with this mixture using a pastry brush.
- For the filling, soak the leaf gelatine in cold water for 5 minutes. Heat 50 ml coffee over a water bath and stir in the gelatine and coffee powder until dissolved. Allow it to cool until it begins setting.
- Whisk 200 g whipping cream with the sugar until stiff. Fold half into the coffee jelly and spread thickly over the bottom cake layer. Add the second cake layer, top with fresh redcurrants, and spread the remaining cream evenly. Place the final cake layer on top.
3. Create the Glaze
- Heat 2 tbsp cream, stir in the couverture, and melt until smooth. Pour over the top layer of the cake, spreading gently with a palette knife. Allow it to set.
4. Decorate and Serve
- Garnish with redcurrant sprigs for a festive touch. For best results, consider slicing the cake a day after assembling to ensure clean, even layers.
Why Your Kitchen Matters for Festive Baking
Holidays are the perfect time to truly enjoy the craft of baking, but why stop at a great recipe? A well-equipped kitchen can transform the way you cook. From seamless cabinetry to innovative appliances like Miele’s cutting-edge ovens and coffee machines, a Somrak-designed kitchen ensures precision and enjoyment in every task.
Imagine brewing the perfect mocha in a Miele coffee system, then baking your masterpiece in a state-of-the-art Miele oven—every detail designed to elevate your experience.
Start This Holiday Tradition
This Moist Mocha Chocolate Cake recipe is more than just dessert; it’s a celebration of flavor, craftsmanship, and the joy of the holidays. Whether you’re baking for eight guests or treating yourself, this cake guarantees smiles around the table.
Want to design a kitchen that inspires your baking? Contact Somrak Kitchens today to bring your dream kitchen to life. Together, we’ll help you create not only exceptional meals but also unforgettable moments.
Happy Holidays & Happy Baking!
Your friends at Somrak Kitchens 🎄
