Ingredients with Measurements:
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 200g unsalted butter, softened
- 200g caster sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 100g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 50g Knockdrinna Snow cheese, grated
- Pinch of salt
Special equipment needed:
- 20cm round cake tin
- Parchment paper
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).
2. Grease the cake tin and line it with parchment paper.
3. Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water.
4. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, and fold until just combined.
8. Fold in the melted chocolate and grated Knockdrinna Snow cheese.
9. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and smooth the surface.
10. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
5. Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).
Serving size:
Serves 8-10 people.
Nutritional information:
Per serving (based on 10 servings):
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Sugar: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use milk or white chocolate instead of dark chocolate.
- You can use any other hard cheese instead of Knockdrinna Snow cheese.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the cake batter.
- You can serve the cake with whipped cream or ice cream.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugar.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour.
- Grate the cheese finely to ensure it melts evenly in the cake.
Storage instructions:
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- You can reheat individual slices of the cake in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
Presentation ideas:
- Dust the cake with cocoa powder or icing sugar before serving.
- Serve the cake with fresh berries or fruit compote.
Garnishes:
- Fresh berries
- Mint leaves
- Chocolate shavings
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Hot chocolate
- Red wine
Suggested side dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Cheese board
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake sinks in the middle, it may be undercooked. Check with a skewer and bake for a few more minutes if necessary.
- If the cake is too dry, it may have been overbaked. Reduce the baking time next time.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the eggs are fresh and the cheese is not expired.
- Wash your hands and all utensils before and after handling food.
Food history:
- Knockdrinna Snow cheese is a hard cheese made from sheep's milk in Ireland.
Flavor profiles:
- This cake has a rich chocolate flavor with a subtle tang from the cheese.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cake as a dessert or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.
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Taste: Rich, Creamy, Sweet, Chocolatey, Decadent