CHOCOLATE FROSTING
A rich, dark chocolate frosting
Ingredients
- 12 ounces semisweet chocolate
- 1/2 cup water approximately
- 1 cup sugar
- 1-1/2 cups unsalted butter at room temperature
- 5 egg yolks
Instructions
- Cut the chocolate into small pieces and put them into a large mixing bowl.
- Combine the water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to the boil. When the sugar is dissolved, pour this over the chocolate pieces, stirring until smooth and about as thick as mayonnaise. If the mixture seems too stiff, add a little more water. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand to room temperature.
- Put the butter in a separate bowl and beat until smooth. Add the yolks, one at a time, beating. Gradually fold in the chocolate mixture, stirring until just blended.
- Place one layer of the cake (see note) on a flat surface and smear the top generously with the frosting. Top evenly with the second layer. Smear the top and sides all over with the frosting, smoothing as you go along.
Notes
makes 2 cups