- To prepare the wipe cake, start by separating the egg whites from the yolks. In a bowl, whisk the yolks with 50g of sugar until the mixture turns white.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg whites, gradually adding the remaining sugar.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture using a spoon.
- Slowly add the flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and baking powder, until you get a smooth mixture.
- Place a round cake pan on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. To increase the height of the pan, line it with a strip of butter paper.
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 20 minutes in a preheated oven at 180 °C.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
- Meanwhile, prepare the syrup by bringing the water mixed with sugar to a boil in a small pan. Turn off the heat and add the rum. Let the mixture cool.
- For the Italian meringue, heat the water and sugar in a small pot until it reaches 121°C to form a syrup.
- Finally, it’s time to assemble the cake. Cut the cake horizontally into two equal layers. Brush each layer with the prepared syrup and spread a generous amount of chocolate and rum filling between the layers.
- To garnish, sprinkle peeled almonds over the top of the cake.
- Slice and serve this heavenly Mocha Layer Cake to your delighted guests.
Impress your loved ones with this delectable Mocha Layer Cake filled with the richness of chocolate and a hint of rum. Indulge in the wonderful flavors and enjoy a truly memorable dessert experience.
Bonus Recipe: Delicious Fetuccini Alfredo
Are you a fan of pasta? Then you must try the irresistible Fetuccini Alfredo! This classic Italian dish combines tender pasta with a rich and creamy sauce made from butter and Parmesan cheese. It has been captivating taste buds all over the world for years.
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