INGREDIENTS
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2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter, warmed to room temperature
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3/4 cup (3 1/3 ounces) unsweetened chocolate (I recommend Valrhona or Callebaut, but Baker’s brand is much easier to find)
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3 cups, granulated sugar, divided
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
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6 large whole eggs, warmed to room temperature, divided
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 1/2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, warmed to room temperature
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Sifter
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Double boiler or microwave
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Whisk
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Stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or a hand mixer
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Two 9 × 13-inch greased pans
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Piping bag fitted with 1/2-inch round tip (#804)
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Paring knife