"Station" mega-chocolate cake
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So, let's start by talking about what this pastry is. Many people are hearing about this "train station" cake for the first time. It's worth mentioning right away that it's ideal, first and foremost, for those who love chocolate, as every recipe for this dish calls for cocoa.
The classic train station cake, the recipe for which we will share with you today, consists of two delicate, airy layers of cake with a layer of jam or preserves. But we will place a special emphasis on the layers, since there are a huge number of ways to prepare them.
How to prepare the dough?
Despite the variety of fillings, the basic recipe for station cakes is the same, classic one. We'll be using a sponge-like dough, and for it, we'll need the following ingredients:
- flour – 2 tbsp;
- sugar – 1.5 tbsp;
- chicken eggs – 2 pcs.;
- soda – 1 tsp;
- sour cream 20% - 2 tbsp.;
- vanillin – to taste;
- cocoa – 1.5 tbsp.
So, let's get started, armed with that ever-so-useful kitchen tool called a mixer. Our recipe calls for dividing the sugar into three equal parts. Mix one part of the sugar with the sour cream and beat well with a mixer. Beat the second part of the sugar with the eggs. You should get a fairly fluffy mixture. Mix the third and final part of the sugar with the vanilla, baking soda, and cocoa.
Next, combine the contents of the three bowls. You'll get a liquid, homogeneous mass. Add the flour, sifting it beforehand or directly as you add it. As the recipe suggests, you should first add one and a half cups of flour, then check the consistency of the dough. If you add too much flour, the sponge cake will be too rough. Ideally, the dough should have the consistency of sour cream.
Next, take a baking sheet and grease it lightly with butter. Pour in the batter, smoothing it out carefully if needed. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and bake for about 30 minutes. Check for doneness with a wooden toothpick: if no batter remains when you insert it, the "Vokzalnoye" cake is ready.
We take the finished biscuit out of the oven and let it cool completely.
The most delicious layers
As we've already mentioned, the classic cake recipe calls for a layer of jam or preserves, but they shouldn't be too sweet or runny. An alternative to jam is a fairly simple cream recipe made with condensed milk. For this, you'll need:
- boiled condensed milk – 1 can;
- butter – 100 g.
Take our two ingredients, place them in a bowl, and beat them with a mixer until fluffy. That's it: the cream is ready.
Another incredibly delicious frosting that's perfect for our cake is chocolate-sour cream. For it, you'll need:
- sour cream – 100 g;
- dark chocolate - bar;
- butter – 50 g;
- vanilla sugar – 1 tsp;
- salt - on the tip of a teaspoon;
- powdered sugar – 2 tbsp.
Break the chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl. Add the butter and melt everything, stirring constantly. When the mixture has cooled completely, add the vanilla, salt, and sour cream. Mix thoroughly. Then gradually add the powdered sugar. Adjust the amount based on the consistency: it shouldn't be too runny, like cream. Then beat everything with a mixer until fluffy.
Cut the cooled sponge cake into two parts, spread one with cream, and place the second on top.
How to make glaze?
In addition to a delicious and tender sponge cake, a delicious glaze is also crucial for a station cake. It doesn't require a lot of time, effort, or ingredients to make. We'll share a simple and easy recipe. So, for the glaze, prepare the following:
- milk – 3 tbsp;
- cocoa – 3 tbsp;
- powdered sugar – 6 tbsp;
- butter – 1 tbsp.
Place the butter, milk, and powdered sugar in a heatproof bowl. Place over high heat and, stirring, bring the mixture to a boil. Once it boils, add the cocoa. Turn off the heat almost immediately. Don't worry about the glaze being too runny or about using a bad recipe. Once you apply it to the cake, it will thicken after a while. Immediately after applying, cut the cake into portions.
And there you have it: the "Vokzalnoye" cake is ready. As you can see, the recipe is simple and straightforward. Enjoy! We hope you'll master new delicious recipes!
