Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Crack in the eggs one by one, mixing after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternately adding the milk until everything is well combined. The batter should be smooth and thick.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Glaze Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups sugar and 1/2 cup water. Stir and heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and mix in sweetened condensed milk, then add the chopped dark chocolate and gelatin. Stir until melted and smooth.
Assembly
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before removing them from the pans.
- Place one layer on a serving platter, then pour a layer of glaze over the top. Repeat with the second layer and pour glaze over the entire cake.
- Let the glaze set for about 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezing is also an option for up to 3 months. Allow slices to come to room temperature before reheating for best texture.
