Extremely rich and indulgent. Perfect for any special occasion.
In a large saucepan/pot melt:
125g butter
¾ cup water
2 heaped tsp of coffee
100g dark chocolate
1 cup sugar
Let the mixture cool a little. Mix in 1 large egg.
Sift together and gently fold in:
1 ¼ cup flour
2 heaped Tbsp cocoa
1 heaped tsp baking powder
Divide between 2 small loaf tins or cupcake pans.
Bake on 170 degrees, loaf tins – for around 25 minutes, cupcakes – for 15 minutes.
Mint Buttercream
Whisk 125g of butter till light and fluffy. Gradually add 2 ½ cup icing sugar and 2 Tbsp milk.
Add 1 ½ tsp mint essence and green colouring to your preference
Chocolate Ganache
Melt together – 150g dark/milk chocolate and 150ml of fresh cream. Gently mix till smooth and glossy.
Split the cake in half and fill it with half of the icing and ganache. Pipe or spread the remaining icing over the cake as desired. Drizzle the rest of the ganache over the icing. Decorate with sprinkles, etc.