Unmold onto a wire rack and cool. Level the surface of each cake; spread a layer of chocolate icing between each layer of cake and frost the outside of the cake with the remaining icing.

When I say "from scratch," I mean it. I used fresh cacao pods! Ingredients: 1 stick butter 6oz bittersweet chocolate 2 eggs + ...

Pipe a 1/2-inch-tall border of icing around edge of first cake layer. Spoon half of chocolate mousse (about 2 cups) onto center of cake, and spread evenly within border using a small offset spatula.

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Julia Gartland for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne. This classic chocolate layer cake is big enough for a celebration but can be easily made with pantry staples and a hand ...

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Along with being deliciously rich and moist, chocolate cake is a versatile dessert that pairs well with sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Once mastered, it can be the gateway to other ...