This cake looks like it was lifted straight from Willy Wonka’s factory, however it is incredibly easy to make. You don’t need to be an experienced baker, all you need is patience. If you’ve come across this because I’ve shared it before the Irish Constitutional Referendum tomorrow. Remember it’s the white page for the Marriage …
Moist, dense and hiding beetroot, you could be forgiven for thinking this Beetroot Cake was a good take on “death by chocolate”.
Madeira cake soaked in fruit jelly, sandwiched with egg custard, coated in caramel marshmallow and topped with fresh fruit. Meet the Trifle Cake.
When I’m stressed I cook but baking in particular calms me. You have to use perfectly controlled quantities, methods and timings to get the best results. This is a moist, simple chocolate orange cake to calm the nerves.