Description
Indulge in this decadent pudding-filled layer cake topped with a rich dark chocolate ganache. With moist cake layers, creamy Tahitian vanilla pudding, and a glossy ganache, this dessert is perfect for any special occasion or as a sweet treat. Its luxurious combination of textures and flavors is sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups bleached cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 ⅓ cups sugar
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¾ cup egg yolks from about 12 large eggs
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup milk
For the Pudding:
1 batch Tahitian Vanilla Pudding, prepared and chilled
For the Ganache:
⅓ cup heavy cream
½ cup dark chocolate, roughly chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Cake:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
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Mix the dry ingredients: Sift cake flour and baking powder into a bowl, set aside.
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Make the cake batter: Beat sugar, salt, nutmeg, vanilla, and egg yolks in a stand mixer on medium-high speed until thickened (6 minutes).
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Incorporate the wet ingredients: Reduce speed to low, add melted butter and milk, then fold in sifted flour mixture until combined.
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Bake the cake: Divide batter between pans, bake for 25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Assemble the Cake:
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Trim the cake layers: Trim tops to level the cakes.
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Layer the cake: Place one layer on a serving plate, spread chilled Tahitian vanilla pudding on top, then add the second layer. Refrigerate for 2-12 hours.
Make the Ganache:
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Heat the cream: In a saucepan, heat cream over medium heat until near boiling.
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Make the ganache: Remove from heat, stir in chopped dark chocolate until smooth, and let cool until slightly thickened.
Finish the Cake:
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Pour the ganache: Pour ganache over the cake, spreading evenly and letting it drip over the edges. Allow it to set for 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Add fresh fruit like strawberries or raspberries between the layers for added freshness.
Use a different flavored pudding, like chocolate, for a twist.
Add toasted nuts like almonds for a crunchy topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
