Ep 5. Super Fudgy Cake
- October 3, 2009
In season 2, episode 5 of Cook's Country, the focus is on the ultimate indulgence - chocolate cake. The episode is aptly named Super Fudgy Cake, and the team at Cook's Country are on a mission to create the most decadent, melt-in-your-mouth cake possible.
The episode opens with host Bridget Lancaster explaining that the team received numerous requests from viewers for the perfect chocolate cake recipe. She says that the search for the ultimate recipe led them to try countless variations, and in this episode, they will share their top picks.
The first recipe is for a classic chocolate layer cake, made with a combination of all-purpose and cake flour, as well as Dutch-processed cocoa powder. Host Julia Collin Davison explains that the addition of vinegar to the recipe helps to activate the baking powder, resulting in a lighter, fluffier crumb. The team also shares a recipe for a homemade chocolate frosting, which Bridget describes as "rich and silky."
Next up is a recipe for a flourless chocolate cake, which the team claims is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers. The cake is made with just a handful of ingredients, including semisweet chocolate, eggs, and butter. The team also uses a unique technique for baking the cake, which involves baking it in a water bath to ensure a perfectly moist and fudgy texture.
The third recipe in the episode is for a chocolate-cherry bundt cake, which hosts Bridget and Julia describe as their favorite variation of chocolate cake. The recipe includes a generous amount of dried cherries, which add a sweet and tangy flavor to the rich chocolate batter. The team also shares tips for adding a perfect glaze to the bundt cake, using a combination of powdered sugar and cherry juice.
In addition to the three cake recipes, the Cook's Country team also shares tips for perfecting the ultimate chocolate ganache. Julia explains that ganache is typically made with heavy cream and semisweet chocolate, but she suggests using a combination of milk chocolate and dark chocolate for a more complex flavor. The team also shares tips for using ganache as a filling and topping for cakes.
Throughout the episode, Bridget and Julia offer helpful tips and tricks for baking the perfect chocolate cake, discussing everything from ingredient substitutions to baking techniques. They also share interesting historical tidbits related to each recipe, giving viewers a deeper understanding of the origins of classic desserts.
Overall, Super Fudgy Cake is a must-watch episode for anyone with a sweet tooth. The Cook's Country team's dedication to finding the ultimate chocolate cake recipe is evident throughout the episode, and viewers are sure to be inspired to try these decadent desserts at home.
