"Top Tier" Devil's Food Cake with Sour Cream-Fudge Frosting
"We love the idea of sharing the top tier of a wedding cake, but eating a dessert that's been frozen for a year can be less than satisfying. This adorable five-inch layer cake was inspired by the romantic tradition?and can be enjoyed right now...."
INGREDIENTS
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ingredients
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Cake:
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1/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 ounce high-quality milk chocolate (such as Lindt, Perugina, or Valrhona), chopped
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1/4 cup boiling water
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1/4 cup buttermilk
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2/3 cup cake flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
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1/4 cup sugar
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1/4 cup canola oil
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1 large egg
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Frosting:
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8 ounces high-quality milk chocolate (such as Lindt, Perugina, or Valrhona), chopped
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
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2/3 cup sour cream
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4 teaspoons light corn syrup
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Organic roses (for garnish)
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Special equipment: 2 5-inch-diameter cake pans with 2-inch-high sides
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