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Death By Chocolate Cake (#7

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This decadent "Death by Chocolate" cake is the ultimate dessert for serious chocolate lovers. It features a sturdy crust made from rum-soaked ladyfingers, surrounding a dense, airy mousse crafted from melted butter, semisweet chocolate, and beaten eggs. The texture is luxuriously smooth and fudgy, offering a deep, intense chocolate flavor that is balanced by the light sweetness of vanilla-infused whipped cream. Topped with a glossy chocolate ganache drizzle, this no-bake dessert requires chilling time to set properly but needs no oven work. It is perfect for celebrations, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress guests with a show-stopping, indulgent treat that stays fresh in the refrigerator.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 16
Calories: 5544.7
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This decadent "Death by Chocolate" cake is the ultimate dessert for serious chocolate lovers. It features a sturdy crust made from rum-soaked ladyfingers, surrounding a dense, airy mousse crafted from melted butter, semisweet chocolate, and beaten eggs. The texture is luxuriously smooth and fudgy, offering a deep, intense chocolate flavor that is balanced by the light sweetness of vanilla-infused whipped cream. Topped with a glossy chocolate ganache drizzle, this no-bake dessert requires chilling time to set properly but needs no oven work. It is perfect for celebrations, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress guests with a show-stopping, indulgent treat that stays fresh in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
  • 3 package Ladyfingers
  • 1/2 cup Dark rum
  • 1 1/2 pound Butter (no substitutes)
  • 27 ounce Semisweet chocolate chips
  • 12 Eggs
  • 2 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Directions
  1. 1
    Brush the ladyfingers with dark rum.
  2. 2
    Line the bottom and sides of a 10-inch springform pan with the rum-soaked ladyfingers, placing them flat side down.
  3. 3
    Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  4. 4
    Remove from heat and stir in 24 ounces of the semisweet chocolate chips until smooth and melted.
  5. 5
    Let the chocolate mixture cool slightly so it is warm, not hot.
  6. 6
    Separate the eggs, keeping yolks and whites in separate bowls.
  7. 7
    Beat the egg yolks into the chocolate mixture one at a time until fully incorporated.
  8. 8
    Beat the egg whites until they form stiff, glossy peaks.
  9. 9
    Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
  10. 10
    Pour the chocolate mousse into the ladyfinger-lined springform pan.
  11. 11
    Refrigerate the cake for at least 6 hours or until set.
  12. 12
    Whip the heavy cream until it thickens.
  13. 13
    Add sugar and vanilla to the cream and continue whipping until very stiff peaks form.
  14. 14
    Invert the set cake onto a serving platter to remove the springform pan sides and bottom.
  15. 15
    Spread a layer of whipped cream over the entire exposed surface of the cake.
  16. 16
    Pipe or spread the remaining whipped cream decoratively around the cake.
  17. 17
    Melt the remaining 3 ounces of chocolate chips with the vegetable oil in a double boiler or microwave.
  18. 18
    Let the chocolate sauce cool until it is thick enough to drizzle.
  19. 19
    Drizzle the chocolate sauce down the sides and over the top of the cake.
  20. 20
    Garnish with candied cherries if desired.
  21. 21
    Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 5544.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 384.7g592%
Saturated Fat 220.4g1102%
Cholesterol 1151.3mg384%
Sodium 1456.5mg61%
Total Carbohydrate 426.4g143%
Dietary Fiber 34.2g137%
Sugars 385.2g
Protein 58.1g117%

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

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