Germans Sweet Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Germans Sweet Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 oz.) bar Baker's sweet chocolate; 1/2 c. boiling water; 1 c. butter; 4 egg yolks, unbeaten; 2 1/2 c. sifted Swans Down cake flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 c. buttermilk; 2 c. sugar; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 tsp. baking soda; 4 egg whites, stiffly beaten

Servings: persons

1
Melt chocolate in boiling water.
2
Cool.
3
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
4
Add egg yolks one at a time, and beat well after each.
5
Add melted chocolate and vanilla.
6
Mix well.
7
Sift together flour, salt and soda.
8
Add alternately with buttermilk to chocolate mixture; beat well.
9
Beat until smooth.
10
Fold in whites.
11
Pour into 3 deep 8 or 9-inch layer pans, lined on bottoms with paper.
12
Bake in moderate oven on 350u00b0 for 30 to 40 minutes.
13
Cool.
14
Frost tops only.

2562

kcal

Calories

156

Fat

252

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4 oz.) bar Baker's sweet chocolate, 1/2 c. boiling water, 1 c. butter, 4 egg yolks, unbeaten, and more.

Yes, Germans Sweet Chocolate Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Germans Sweet Chocolate Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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