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Will be making it again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-01-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kayden553"},"reviewBody":"
Great cake, made it for my birthday. I suggest adding water maybe 1\/2 cup. Moistens the cake, but adds cooking time. Overall, 7.875\/10. Make sure you let it cool!!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-05-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jellybug"},"reviewBody":"
Delicious cake! Our family loved it.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCandy"},"reviewBody":"Made this for my son's birthday; the family loved it. Loved the dense moist texture of the cake but prefer a stronger chocolate flavor; this was more of a cocoa flavor. The filling and ganache were wonderful. Would definitely make again, maybe experimenting by adding more chocolate or cocoa to the batter. By the way, allow the filling as well as the ganache to cool and thicken to spreading consistency as indicated in the recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"noa724"},"reviewBody":"
tastes good but the cake falls and crumbles into a damn mess no matter how long you wait for it to cool <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldLeaf"},"reviewBody":"I found this cake little hard.. Its not very soft.. Any idea what went wrong? I used this recipe exactly as mentioned","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-05-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBucket"},"reviewBody":"Did I enjoy the cake, yes. Was it easy or worth my while, not so much. The cake part was moist and had great flavor, enjoyed the filling and the ganache had something to be desired. No matter what I used, I still had lumpy filling and ganache.I thought 16 servings wasn't too bad a size. It was me and another I was making it for, and we thought it would be gone by the end of the week - we never even got through half, it was that huge of a cake. If you have guests, this would be a great receipe to have. If you're like me and don't have many people around, you either need to freeze a good portion of it or find something else to make. I'm sorry I am the party pooper in this review.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenTooth"},"reviewBody":"This cake has a nice moist dense texture. It is delicious and very rich. A small piece will definitely do. All three of my layers stuck to the bottom of the pans even though I greased and floured them as directed. When I make it again I will put parchment in the bottom of each pan.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-11-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPopcorn"},"reviewBody":"This cake took me a few hours to make. I'll give it 4 stars for taste, but it was a disaster when trying to layer it. Second layer kept sliding off and once I put the third layer on, the whole cake tumbled and the top layer broke into 3 pieces. Chocolate was everywhere. Presentation was not good. I think I needed to trim the layers before layering it. First time making a 3 layered cake. I have a challenge now because the flavor received rave reviews by those who ate it. My Sis's fianc?, who is a huge dessert guy, said it tasted better than anything he'd had in a restaurant.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-08-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueRing"},"reviewBody":"perfect","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBug"},"reviewBody":"I'll give it 4 stars for taste amazing www.vizagcake.com, It was my first time at making a cake.. and I end up being a proud cake making girl.. yaaaayyy.. thanks.. and yes, I am here to share the applauds I got from my family.. :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTrumpet"},"reviewBody":"I made this for my hubby's birthday in Jan. and it was an instant hit. Made it for my sister's wedding shower and everyone loved it. My family wants it made at least once a month and it is so much better after it has been in the fridge for a day or two. It is a family favorite in our house now.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-06-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeButton"},"reviewBody":"I made this cake for my daughter's birthday. Usually I have to throw half a cake away as we all eat one piece, then it sits for a week. This cake was gone in 3 days, and my family was looking for more! This is my new favorite cake!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurplePlanet"},"reviewBody":"I made this cake and it was very good. The only things is I made it the day before and refrigered it like it said to do. The flavorwasn't as strong so I left it out it's has abetter. I'm not for sure if other one ateit right after they made it or they ate it afterthey refrigerate it. Next I make it I won't be putting it in the fridge.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCar"},"reviewBody":"Everyone loved it","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-02-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleWeights"},"reviewBody":"Awesome!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenDog"},"reviewBody":"I made this for my son's birthday & he loved it. It's not to sweet & tastes like chocolate cake should taste like, moist & not to heavy & it cut very well, I was very impressed with that as well! I dusted the top with unsweetened cocoa it added a nice look & enhanced the ganache taste on top of this truffle cake.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-09-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanFan"},"reviewBody":"I have tried this cake yesterdays. It looked just like in the picture above. My husband was impresses. Although it took me 2h to make it. I have a really small oven and had to cook each layer individually. It was worth it. I thought it to be really simple to make, it is tasty and not so sweet. I will make it again for my son's 1year birthday but this time ... with white chocolate","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeSubmarine"},"reviewBody":"Considering this cake is not made with cake flour, it was very light, tender, and moist. For me, the cake itself has a less intense chocolate flavor--more mild like a German chocolate... I think. The ganache on the outside pairs well with the cake. I live at high altitudes, so I always have to worry about cakes sinking. I'm very happy and relieved to say this one did not. I thought the outside of the cake looked quite plain, so I melted some white chocolate and drizzled it over the top of the cake, and just by doing that one simple thing, it looked fancier to me. I really like this cake.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCandy"},"reviewBody":"My daughter and I made this cake for her Jr. Troop's bake-off and we won 1st place. We will move on to the next level. Everyone said the cake was delicious and moist. If you like chocolate cake this is for you. I would definitely make this again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-05-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleButterfly"},"reviewBody":"It was absolutely amazing! Everyone loved it... some said it was the best they had ever tasted!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBug"},"reviewBody":"This cake has an excellent texture. Went together beautifully and really enjoyed by the family. A definite keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueLeaf"},"reviewBody":"Wow -- a truly moist cake & the combination of light chocolatey filling & rich ganache icing is wonderful. However -- not for the kids who prefer milk chocolate; my daughter passed on this one - too rich","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenCone"},"reviewBody":"Wow!! What a cake. If you are a chocolate lover this cake is for you. It not only tastes delicious, but it is nice and moist and it turned out so well. This sounds silly, but after cutting into it, it holds nicely and doesn't fall apart. There are a lot of steps to the recipe, but it is worth it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"46656","romance_copy_dek":"Love chocolate? Then this tender, luxurious layer cake is for you. 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