Chocolate Cake With Grand Marnier

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Servings: 10 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, moist chocolate torte infused with citrus notes and served with whipped cream
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Chocolate Cake With Grand Marnier

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 10 Calories: 764.4

Description

This decadent Chocolate Cake with Grand Marnier is a sophisticated dessert that combines deep, dark chocolate flavors with the bright, aromatic zest of orange liqueur. The batter is incredibly rich, relying on a high ratio of egg yolks to create a dense, fudgy texture that melts in your mouth. Baked at a low temperature for an extended period, the cake develops a tender crumb without drying out. The addition of Grand Marnier not only enhances the chocolate but adds a complex citrus undertone that elevates the entire dish. It is an elegant choice for special celebrations, dinner parties, or when you want to impress guests with a show-stopping finale. Serve it dusted with powdered sugar and accompanied by fresh whipped cream for the perfect balance of richness and lightness.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250&# 194;°F (120ðC).
  2. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate and 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter together in a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove the chocolate mixture from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, beat 10 egg yolks with 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and pale.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon of Grand Marnier, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice into the egg yolk mixture.
  6. Blend the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture until fully incorporated.
  7. In a separate large clean bowl, beat 10 egg whites until soft peaks form.
  8. Gradually add 1/2 cup of granulated sugar to the egg whites while beating, continuing until stiff peaks form.
  9. Gently stir 1 cup of the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture to lighten it.
  10. Carefully fold in the remaining egg whites until no white streaks remain, being careful not to deflate the batter.
  11. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 10 or 12-inch springform pan.
  12. Bake in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 hours.
  13. Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack before removing the sides of the springform pan.
  14. Sprinkle the top of the cake with powdered sugar just before serving.
  15. Serve slices of cake with freshly whipped heavy cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 764.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42.0g65%
Saturated Fat 25.2g126%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 33.6mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 82.6g28%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g62%
Sugars 64.4g
Protein 7.0g15%

* 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: chocolate, cake, grand marnier, dessert, torte, orange liqueur, rich, moist, baking, indulgent, special occasion, chocolate torte, whipped cream, citrus, dark chocolate, egg whites, fudgy, decadent, springform, low temp bake
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