Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can of evaporated milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of strawberry jam
- 1/2 cup of chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup of whipped cream
- 1 Gansito snack cake
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Electric mixer
- Piping bag
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions and bake it in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3. Once the cake is baked, let it cool for 10 minutes.
4. Using a fork, poke holes all over the cake.
5. In a bowl, mix together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream.
6. Pour the milk mixture over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes.
7. Spread the strawberry jam over the cake.
8. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and chopped pecans over the cake.
9. Crush the Gansito snack cake and sprinkle it over the cake.
10. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
11. Once the cake is chilled, pipe whipped cream on top of the cake.
12. Garnish with additional chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Serving size:
This recipe serves 12 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 470
Total fat: 23g
Saturated fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 70mg
Sodium: 330mg
Total carbohydrates: 60g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 45g
Protein: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any flavor of cake mix instead of chocolate.
- You can use any flavor of jam instead of strawberry.
- You can use any type of nuts instead of pecans.
Variations:
- You can add sliced strawberries on top of the cake for extra flavor and texture.
- You can add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the cake for a richer flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to poke enough holes in the cake so that the milk mixture can seep in.
- Crush the Gansito snack cake into small pieces for easy sprinkling.
- Chill the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Storage instructions:
Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
This cake is best served chilled.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the cake on a platter and garnish with additional chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
Garnishes:
Chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
Pairings:
Serve this cake with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is too dry, poke more holes in it and pour more milk mixture over it.
- If the cake is too wet, let it chill in the refrigerator for a longer time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the cake in the refrigerator to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
Gansito is a popular snack cake in Mexico that consists of a chocolate cake with a layer of strawberry jam and a coating of chocolate.
Flavor profiles:
This cake is rich, chocolatey, and sweet with a hint of strawberry and a crunchy texture from the nuts and Gansito snack cake.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this cake as a dessert for a special occasion or a potluck party.
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Region: Mexican
Taste: Rich, Sweet, Buttery, Chocolatey, Creamy