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- I tried the chocolate cake that Ina Garten said ‘makes grown men weep.’ It’s super easy to make and doesn’t require any eggs. (businessinsider.com)
Local celebrity chef Ina Garten claims her mocha chocolate icebox cake is so delicious, “it makes grown men weep.” Inspired by a fellow caterer, Garten elevated the simple layered dessert by using Tate’s chocolate chip cookies and a mocha-flavored whipped cream.
The 10-layer cake is surprisingly simple to make. The no-bake recipe requires mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, Kahlua, coffee, cocoa powder, and sugar.
The whipped cream ingredients are combined and then layered between the cookies in a springform pan. The cake chills overnight in the refrigerator.
A simple garnish of chocolate shavings adds a final touch. The finished product is a visually impressive and decadent dessert.
This reporter recently tested Garten’s recipe and found it incredibly easy to follow. The cake was rich, buttery, and surprisingly sturdy. The flavors intensified after a few days in the refrigerator.
This icebox cake is perfect for any time of year. Its no-bake preparation makes it ideal for warm weather, but its rich flavors are equally satisfying during colder months. It’s an easy and impressive dessert that’s sure to please any crowd.