Mexican Chocolate Cake

Mexican Chocolate Cake

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Savor rich, authentic Mexican chocolate cake with a tequila almond ganache topping—perfect for any special occasion. Bake at home with our detailed recipe and tips.

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  • Cake pan
  • Cooling rack
  • Grater
  • Mixing bowl
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  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Wooden spoon
  • Oven
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Ingredients

  • 3.15 oz. Mexican chocolate; grated
  • 1 C. granulated sugar
  • 2 C. all-purpose flour
  • ½ C. cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp. Clabber Girl Baking Powder
  • ¼ tsp. Spice Islands® Cayenne Pepper
  • ¾ tsp. salt
  • 3/4 C. Crisco® Pure Canola Oil
  • 1 lg. egg
  • 1 C. strong, brewed coffee; cooled
  • 1 C. buttermilk
  • 3.15 oz. Mexican chocolate tablet
  • 1/2 C. heavy cream
  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp. tequila almond liqueur (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp. Spice Islands® Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp. Spice Islands® Ground Saigon Cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 to 1/3 C. powdered sugar (depending on desired thickness)

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