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Crying Cake

Recipe by Once Upon a Time Pastry

An ultra‑moist chocolate cake, soaked in cocoa milk, covered with light whipped cream and a chocolate ganache that flows down the sides like tears. Ideal for lovers of rich and impressive desserts.

MediumFrenchServes 12

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Source Video
1h 6m
Prep
35m
Cook
12m
Cleanup
1h 53m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$9.51
Per serving:$0.79

Critical Success Points

  • Whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and voluminous
  • Fold in the dry ingredients without over‑mixing
  • Pour the milk‑cocoa syrup over the warm cake
  • Achieve a fluid but not too hot ganache before pouring

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with care
  • Be careful with the hot cream when preparing the ganache to avoid burns

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