Here’s a rich and indulgent Swiss Chocolate Cake recipe — smooth, velvety, and perfect for any occasion where you want to impress (or just treat yourself). It’s inspired by the high-quality, creamy style of Swiss chocolate and pairs beautifully with whipped cream or ganache.
🍫 Swiss Chocolate Cake
Serves: 10–12 | Prep Time: 20 mins | Bake Time: 30–35 mins
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
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1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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6 oz (170g) Swiss chocolate, melted & slightly cooled (like Lindt or Toblerone)
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1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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¾ cup (180ml) buttermilk
Optional Add-ins:
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½ cup finely chopped hazelnuts or almonds for texture
For the Chocolate Ganache (Optional but amazing):
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6 oz (170g) Swiss chocolate, chopped
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½ cup heavy cream
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep & Preheat
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease and flour a 9-inch round or 8-inch square cake pan (or two for layering).
2. Cream Butter & Sugar
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In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 mins).
3. Add Eggs & Chocolate
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Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
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Stir in vanilla and the melted Swiss chocolate.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Combine Wet & Dry
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Add flour mixture to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour.
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Mix until just combined — don’t overmix.
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Fold in nuts, if using.
6. Bake
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Pour batter into prepared pan.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let cool in pan 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.
🍫 Make the Ganache (Optional):
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Heat cream until just steaming (don’t boil).
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Pour over chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
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Let cool slightly to thicken before pouring over cake.
🍰 Serving Suggestions:
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Dust with powdered sugar
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Drizzle with ganache or layer with chocolate buttercream
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Serve with whipped cream and fresh berries
Would you like a layered version with filling, or a flourless Swiss chocolate torte for a more elegant dessert?
