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Sokolatina - Chocolate Custard Cake

Sokolatina - Chocolate Custard Cake That Melts in Your Mouth

Indulge in Sokolatina, a delightful Greek Chocolate Custard Cake that combines airy sponge, creamy custard, and whipped cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 4 large Eggs Room temperature for fluffiness
  • 1 cup Sugar Can substitute with sugar alternative
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder High-quality for optimal flavor
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
For the Custard Cream
  • 2 cups Milk Whole milk recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste can be used
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot powder
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Ensure well-chilled
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to preferred sweetness
For the Cocoa Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can substitute with margarine
  • 1/4 cup Honey Adjust based on taste preferences

Equipment

  • 15x10-inch pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease a 15x10-inch pan. Beat the eggs and sugar until foamy, then fold in flour and cocoa. Bake for 15 minutes.
  2. Combine cornstarch and cocoa with a small amount of milk. Heat remaining milk with sugar and vanilla, then whisk in cornstarch mixture until thickened.
  3. Chill mixing bowl and beaters. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks, gradually add sugar and cocoa, and whip to firm peaks.
  4. Slice cake horizontally, layer custard and whipped cream on first layer, then top with second layer and repeat with remaining custard and cream.
  5. Melt butter and stir in cocoa for glaze. Sweeten with honey, drizzle over assembled cake, and let cool slightly.
  6. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour. Cut into squares to serve, topping with remaining whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature and follow tips for cooling and assembly.

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