Luscious Black Russian Cake Recipe

Luscious Black Russian Cake Recipe

This Black Russian Cake, though American in origin, pays homage to its name with a decadent infusion of vodka and KahlĂșa. Made from scratch, this rich chocolate cake is drenched in a boozy syrup and filled with a creamy, chocolate-hazelnut delight. Perfect for those who appreciate a strong kick in their desserts, this cake is sure to impress at any gathering.
Portions:12
Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Equipment

  • 25cm bundt tin
  • Large mixing bowls
  • whisk,
  • Sieve
  • wire rack
  • spatula
  • Pastry brush
  • Piping bag (optional)

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 60 g unsalted butter
  • 200 g plain flour
  • 50 g cornflour
  • 25 g milk powder
  • 90 g cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 450 g caster sugar
  • 210 ml vegetable oil
  • 170 ml whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 60 ml vodka
  • 30 ml KahlĂșa liqueur

For the Syrup:

  • 45 g unsalted butter diced
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 90 g caster sugar
  • 100 ml KahlĂșa liqueur
  • 100 ml vodka

For the Cream Filling:

  • 300 ml double cream
  • 25 g icing sugar
  • 95 g chocolate hazelnut spread or praline paste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 170°C/Gas Mark 3.
  • Grease a 25cm bundt tin and dust with cocoa powder, tapping out any excess.
  • Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly.
  • Sift all the dry ingredients (plain flour, cornflour, milk powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt) into a large mixing bowl.
  • Sift again to ensure thorough mixing.
  • Add the vegetable oil, whole milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the KahlĂșa and vodka.
  • Whisk this mixture into the batter until fully combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt tin and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 25 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack and let it cool completely for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, wash and dry the bundt tin, as it will be used again for soaking the cake.

For the Syrup:

  • In a pan, combine the butter, water, and caster sugar.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer until the mixture reduces by a third.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the KahlĂșa and vodka.
  • Pour half of the syrup into the bundt tin, then carefully return the cooled cake to the tin.
  • Let it soak for 5 minutes.
  • Invert the cake onto a serving plate and brush the remaining syrup over the cake.

For the Cream Filling:

  • Whisk the double cream, icing sugar, and chocolate hazelnut spread (or praline paste) together until medium peaks form.
  • Spoon or pipe the cream into the center of the cake, or serve it separately.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Pair with a rich, full-bodied red wine like a Shiraz or a dessert wine like Tawny Port.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 620 kcal | Carbohydrates: 60 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 38 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 45 g | Salt: 0.7 mg
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Course Cake / Dessert
Cuisine Russian