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Decadent Chocolate Almond Layer Cake

Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Calories 5200
A rich and indulgent layered chocolate cake with almond filling and toasted almond decorations, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup dark cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup hot strong coffee
  • 2 teaspoons alcohol free vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract

Filling & Frosting

  • 16 oz mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons alcohol free almond extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 4.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.75 cup dark cocoa powder
  • 0.33 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons alcohol free vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled
  • 1.5 cups sliced almonds, lightly toasted

Optional

  • as needed extra chocolate for drips (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 9-inch pans.
  • Mix dry ingredients; in a separate bowl, combine wet ingredients. Combine wet and dry, then divide batter into pans.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, cool completely. Prepare mascarpone filling and frosting by mixing ingredients until smooth.
  • Assemble cake layers with filling, apply crumb coat, chill, then frost smoothly. Decorate with toasted almonds and optional chocolate drips.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Toast almonds lightly for added flavor.
Calories: 5200kcal
Cost: $25
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate