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Anne of Cleves Cake Recipe

Anne of Cleves Cake Recipe

This recipe represents more than just a dessert; it's an edible piece of history.
You gain insights into the ingredients and flavors that were prized during Anne's era while also participating in the preservation of historical recipes. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Ingredients
  
Dry Ingredients:
  • 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 13/4 Cups Granulated sugar
  • 3/4 Cup Cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 11/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 Package instant vanilla pudding mix (for added moisture and flavor)
Wet Ingredients:
  • 4 Large eggs
  • 1 Cup milk
  • 1/2 Cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 3/4 Cup Sour cream (for a moist and fluffy texture)
Buttercream and Filling:
  • 1 Cup Unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 Cups Powdered sugar
  • 1/3 Cup Cocoa powder, for chocolate buttercream
  • Milk or cream, as needed for desired consistency
  • 1 Can cherry pie filling, for layering
Extras:
  • 1 Bar milk chocolate candy, for garnish
  • Fresh berries (optional)
  • Parchment paper for lining
Instructions
 
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    Grease 3 (9-inch) cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  •  In a bowl, sift together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
  •  In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and sour cream until well blended.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to ensure a fluffy texture.
  • Divide the cake batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
  • Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Once baked, remove cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Cream together unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and additional cocoa powder.
    Add milk or cream as needed to achieve a creamy, spreadable consistency.
  • Place one cake layer on your serving plate.
    Top with a layer of chocolate buttercream, followed by an even layer of cherry pie filling.
    Repeat with remaining layers.
  • Once fully assembled, use a vegetable peeler to create chocolate curls from the milk chocolate candy bar.
    Sprinkle these on top along with any fresh berries, if you're using them.
  • Your Anne of Cleves Cake is now ready to indulge.
    The combination of rich chocolate layers and creamy texture with the slight tartness of cherries offers a sensory treat.
    Enjoy your creation!
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