The Art of Perfect Brooklyn Blackout Cake

Perfect Cake Foundation

Begin by creating intensely chocolate cake layers that provide the ideal base for this legendary dessert.

Pudding Mastery

Cooking chocolate pudding to perfect consistency creates the signature filling and frosting that makes this cake special.

Layer Assembly

Strategic layering of cake and pudding creates the classic Brooklyn Blackout structure with maximum chocolate impact.

Crumb Technique

Using cake layer for crumb coating creates the signature rustic appearance that's authentically Brooklyn.

Final Presentation

Complete crumb coating creates the iconic messy-beautiful look that makes this cake instantly recognizable and irresistible.

Expert Tips for Perfect Brooklyn Blackout Cake

Coffee Enhancement: Strong coffee intensifies chocolate flavor without adding coffee taste - don't skip this key ingredient.

Pudding Consistency: Cook pudding until thick enough to coat spoon heavily - it will firm up more when chilled.

Cake Moisture: Don't overbake cake layers as they continue cooking from residual heat after removal from oven.

Assembly Timing: Assemble cake when pudding is completely cool but still spreadable for best results.

Crumb Coating: Press cake crumbs gently into pudding frosting to ensure they adhere without sliding off.

Chilling Time: Refrigerate assembled cake for at least 4 hours before serving for best slicing and flavor.

Brooklyn Blackout Cake: A Decadent Chocolate Paradise

Name: Brooklyn Blackout Cake: A Decadent Chocolate Paradise
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For cake: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 cups granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 cup strong black coffee, cooled; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; For pudding: 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup cornstarch; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 cups whole milk; 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; For assembly: chocolate cake crumbs for coating

The most incredible Brooklyn Blackout Cake you'll ever taste - perfectly rich and moist with deep chocolate layers, silky pudding filling, and chocolate crumb coating for the ultimate indulgent chocolate lover's dream dessert.

Prep Time

45 Minutes

Cook Time

35 Minutes

Total Time

80 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For cake: 2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 cups granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup strong black coffee, cooled

1/2 cup vegetable oil

For pudding: 3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup cornstarch

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 cups whole milk

6 oz dark chocolate, chopped

3 tablespoons butter

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For assembly: chocolate cake crumbs for coating

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.

In large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

In separate bowl, beat eggs, then whisk in buttermilk, coffee, and oil until combined.

Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, whisking until smooth batter forms.

Divide batter between prepared pans and bake 30-35 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.

Cool completely in pans, then turn out onto wire racks.

For pudding, whisk sugar, cornstarch, cocoa, and salt in heavy saucepan.

Gradually whisk in milk until smooth, then cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Cook until thickened and bubbling, about 8-10 minutes, then remove from heat.

Stir in chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla until smooth, then cover and chill.

To assemble, cut one cake layer into crumbs, slice other layer horizontally into two layers.

Fill layers with chocolate pudding, frost outside with remaining pudding, coat with cake crumbs!

Brooklyn Blackout Cake: A Decadent Chocolate Paradise

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The Art of Perfect Brooklyn Blackout Cake

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