When it comes to desserts, sometimes it’s hard to get past a delicious classic like chocolate cake. But, why not try something a bit different? This Chocolate Lamb Cake is a creative and unique take on a classic dessert that will still have your friends and family rushing to the table!
Made with a combination of buttermilk, semi-sweet chocolate and maraschino cherries, this moist and fluffy cake is truly a heavenly experience. Rich yet pillowy, this delectable cake will soon become a family favourite.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and coarsely chopped
- 1 ½ cups cake flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup white sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Method
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake tin and set aside.
Step 2:
Cream together the butter and sugars in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until incorporated.
Step 3:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder until well blended.
Step 4:
Sift together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
Step 5:
Begin to alternate adding dry ingredients and wet ingredients to the butter-sugar mixture until everything is just combined.
Step 6:
Fold in the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and maraschino cherries, and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Step 7:
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before serving.
This Chocolate Lamb Cake is a delicious and unique take of the classic chocolate cake. The mix of buttermilk, semi-sweet chocolate and maraschino cherries give it a unique flavour and texture that’s sure to have your friends and family asking for seconds. Best of all, it’s a breeze to make, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your loved ones. If you’re looking for something different, this recipe is definitely worth a try.