Mocha Layer Cake with Chocolate-Rum Cream Filling Ingredients Recipe in comments

Step 12: Make the Ganache (Optional)

Heat heavy cream until steaming.

Pour over chopped chocolate.

Let sit 2 minutes.

Stir until smooth.

Allow to cool slightly.

Pour over chilled cake and gently spread.

Ganache creates a glossy finish commonly used on professional celebration cakes.

Decorating Ideas

Consider adding:

Chocolate curls
Chocolate shavings
Mini chocolate continue reading …