Chocolate Baumkuchen

This Chocolate Baumkuchen is a sophisticated twist on the traditional German "tree cake," renowned for its distinctive horizontal layers. The batter is cooked in thin sheets under a broiler, creating tender, slightly crisp layers that stack up to form a tall, impressive log. Infused with unsweetened cocoa and a hint of instant coffee, the chocolate flavor is deep and resonant, balanced by the richness of butter and eggs. A luscious semisweet chocolate filling adds a gooey center, while a dusting of confectioners' sugar completes the presentation. It is an elegant dessert perfect for birthdays, holidays, or special celebrations, offering a textural contrast of soft cake and melted chocolate that feels luxurious yet approachable.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 1

Calories: 630.9

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This Chocolate Baumkuchen is a sophisticated twist on the traditional German "tree cake," renowned for its distinctive horizontal layers. The batter is cooked in thin sheets under a broiler, creating tender, slightly crisp layers that stack up to form a tall, impressive log. Infused with unsweetened cocoa and a hint of instant coffee, the chocolate flavor is deep and resonant, balanced by the richness of butter and eggs. A luscious semisweet chocolate filling adds a gooey center, while a dusting of confectioners' sugar completes the presentation. It is an elegant dessert perfect for birthdays, holidays, or special celebrations, offering a textural contrast of soft cake and melted chocolate that feels luxurious yet approachable.

Ingredients

10 large Eggs, yolk and whites separated
3/4 C. regular unsalted stick butter or margarine (not spread, at

Directions

1
Generously oil or grease a 15 1/2 x 10 1/4-inch jelly roll pan.
2
Beat egg yolks in a large bowl with an electric mixer for about 8 minutes until thick and pale.
3
Beat in softened butter and 3/4 cup of the sugar for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
4
Beat in vanilla extract until blended.
5
Mix flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, instant coffee, and salt in a small bowl.
6
Stir the dry ingredients into the egg yolk mixture until just combined.
7
With clean beaters, beat egg whites in a separate large bowl until soft peaks form.
8
Sprinkle on the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and continue beating until firm peaks form.
9
Stir a large spoonful of the whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it, then gently fold in the remaining whites.
10
Measure the batter and divide it into four equal portions.
11
Spread 1/4 of the batter evenly into the prepared pan, covering the entire surface.
12
Broil 5-6 inches from the heat source for 1-2 minutes, turning the pan as necessary to ensure the entire surface is firm and lightly browned. Do not let it get crisp.
13
Remove from heat and run a knife around the edges.
14
Let sit for 1 minute, then turn the pan over and gently let the cake drop onto a sheet of waxed paper.
15
Grease the pan again and repeat the process with the remaining three portions of batter, stacking each cooked layer on top of the previous one.
16
For the filling, melt semisweet chocolate chips, butter, water, and instant coffee powder together; stir until smooth.
17
Spread the chocolate filling between the layers or over the top as desired.
18
Melt the bark chocolate and drizzle over the cake for garnish.
19
Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 630.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 59.7g92%
Saturated Fat 18.7g94%
Cholesterol 621.7mg208%
Sodium 821.7mg35%
Total Carbohydrate 2.4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 21.9g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baumkuchen, chocolate cake, german cake, layered cake, broiled cake, chocolate dessert, birthday cake, coffee chocolate, egg white, butter cake, semisweet chocolate, confectioners sugar, special occasion, vegetarian dessert, traditional recipe

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