Does anybody have a recipe for a really nice RICH chocolate cake?
Here is a really nice Rich chocolate cake recipe: Ingredients (serves 12) * 200g good-quality dark chocolate, chopped * 200g butter, softened * 1 cup dark brown sugar * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 3 eggs, at room temperature * 1 1/2 cups self-raising flour * 2 tablespoons cocoa powder * 1/2 cup milk * chocolate curls or shavings (optional), to serve (see note) * Chocolate icing * 200g good-quality dark chocolate, chopped * 1/2 cup thickened cream Method 1. Make chocolate icing: Combine chocolate and cream in a heatproof, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every minute with a metal spoon, until almost melted. Stir until smooth. Set aside for 30 minutes or until thick enough to spread. 2. Preheat oven to 170°C. Grease and line base and side of a 6cm deep, 22cm (base) round cake pan. 3. Place chocolate in a heatproof, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on MEDIUM (50%) for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every minute with a metal
