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Classic New Orleans Doberge Cake Recipe with Step Wise Guide

Umer
Experience a taste of New Orleans with this traditional Doberge Cake Recipe, featuring alternating layers of cake and filling.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour 375g
  • 2 cups granulated sugar 400g
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened (227g)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk 240ml
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Pudding Filling:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar 200g
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder 50g
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch 32g
  • 2 cups milk 480ml
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 28g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened (227g)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar 480g
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream

For the Chocolate Ganache:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 175g
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream 120ml

Instructions
 

Preparing The Cake Layers

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the batter.
  • Divide batter into 6-8 greased cake pans.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Making The Chocolate Pudding Filling

  • Mix sugar, cocoa powder, and cornstarch in a saucepan.
  • Gradually whisk in milk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  • Temper egg yolks with hot mixture, then add back to the saucepan.
  • Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
  • Cool completely before using.

Whipping Up The Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

  • Beat butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
  • Add vanilla extract and heavy cream.
  • Beat until light and fluffy.

Creating The Chocolate Ganache

  • Heat heavy cream until just simmering.
  • Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Stir until smooth and glossy.

Assembling Your Doberge Cake

  • Place the first cake layer on a serving plate.
  • Spread a thin layer of pudding on top.
  • Repeat with remaining layers and pudding.
  • Frost the entire cake with buttercream.
  • Pour ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.