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Marshmallow Chocolate Poke Cake: A Decadent Delight for Chocolate Lovers
3. Marshmallow Whipped Cream Topping:
Heavy Cream: The base of the marshmallow whipped cream is again heavy cream, which, when whipped, creates a fluffy and airy texture. The heavy cream forms the foundation of the marshmallow topping, creating a light and smooth layer that balances the richness of the cake.
Powdered Sugar: Powdered sugar is used to sweeten the whipped cream without weighing it down. Its fine texture ensures it dissolves seamlessly into the cream, allowing the whipped cream to stay light and airy.
Vanilla Extract: A touch of vanilla adds flavor complexity, enhancing the sweetness of the whipped cream and complementing the chocolate ganache filling.
Marshmallow Fluff: The star ingredient in the topping is marshmallow fluff. It’s what gives the whipped cream that marshmallow-like texture and flavor, adding both sweetness and a soft, fluffy consistency. It’s this marshmallow element that truly sets this poke cake apart from others.
4. Chocolate Ganache Swirls:
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: As with the ganache filling, semi-sweet chocolate chips are used here as well to create the final touch—chocolate ganache swirls. These ganache swirls are drizzled over the cake to create a beautiful marble pattern and add an extra layer of rich chocolate flavor.
Heavy Cream: A small amount of heavy cream is used to melt the chocolate chips into a smooth ganache for the swirls. It helps thin out the chocolate slightly, making it easier to drizzle and pipe over the cake.
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