Been baking again; this time a chocolate cake for a friend’s birthday. It’s the most extravagant cake I’ve made to date, as it is filled with chocolate butter cream, with a milk chocolate topping and Maltesers to decorate.
I licked the bowl and that was enough for me, but she requested it! The other half wants one for his birthday next week, but I think this time I’ll stick the pots straight in the sink!
The oven in our rented house is not great – it’s not big enough for two tins to sit side by side, for one thing, and I’m not entirely convinced by the temperature, but I was pleased with the results nevertheless.
I need some of those spring-form tins or whatever they’re called, as my cakes have been sticking a bit. However, I greased and lined the tin, and just to be on the safe side greased the paper as well! I only lost a tiny bit off each, so I’m delighted. I know it doesn’t make much difference, and everyone always seems impressed with the results, but I’m always overcritical.
I’m waiting for the verdict tomorrow, but if it goes down well, I think I’ll need to try something new. Perhaps I should ask for suggestions.
