Comments on: Hot Chocolate Layer Cake https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/ eat dessert first Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:49:10 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 By: Zoë François https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1169634 Fri, 02 Aug 2024 19:56:52 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1169634 In reply to Lilly Samerson.

Hi Lilly,

I have heard of people substituting oil with applesauce, but it isn’t something I have ever tried, so I am not sure what it will do to the recipe. You can substitute greek yogurt for the sour cream and the recipe will work as written. It may not be quite as rich, but still delicious.

Thanks, Zoë

]]> By: Lilly Samerson https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1169065 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 15:34:40 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1169065 5 stars
Do you reckon i could substitute the vegetable oil with apple sauce and the sour cream for greek yoghurt? If so, what would be the ratios of the substitutions? Thank you!!!

]]> By: Stephani from The ZoeBakes Team https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1135634 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 02:01:44 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1135634 In reply to Jeanne Kim.

Hi Jeanne! You can refrigerate it before adding the marshmallows, but should serve it at room temperature. Enjoy!

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In reply to Stephani from The ZoeBakes Team.

Hello,
The recipe says to leave at room temp for up to 48 hours. Is there a reason why this cake is not suited to be refrigerated prior to serving? I plan on assembling the evening before and transporting the cake and am worried about the temperature. Thank you!

]]> By: Stephani from The ZoeBakes Team https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1117961 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 01:32:12 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1117961 In reply to Marguerite McCallion.

Hi Marguerite! You torch them before they go on the cake, otherwise the frosting will melt. Enjoy!

]]> By: Marguerite McCallion https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1116968 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 05:33:43 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1116968 Have just made the cake and ice it. I have purchased hand made vanilla marshmallows. Question – do I torch them and then decorate the cake or do I torch them once they are on the cake?

Smells amazing. Sure it will taste just as good as it looks.

]]> By: Stephani from The ZoeBakes Team https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1102739 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 01:31:52 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1102739 In reply to Jessica.

Hi Jessica, yes when using a Cup4Cup all-purpose gluten-free flour you can substitute the same amount of flour. Enjoy!

]]> By: Jessica https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1102593 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 22:50:06 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1102593 Heya! Just wondering what the ratio of GF FLOUR to use. Like it says 2 cups. So 2 cups of GF flour?

]]> By: Jerry Ruth https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1093102 Wed, 05 Jul 2023 02:28:36 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1093102 5 stars
I just make this cake and it turned out great! It was so fun to make, especially toasting the marshmallows!! That icing is a dream to work with.

]]> By: Toby https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/07/21/hot-chocolate-layer-cake/comment-page-1/#comment-1082217 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:13:11 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=9468#comment-1082217 5 stars
Made this yesterday for a Birthday. It came out stunning and delicious. Very important to watch Zoe’s video on the icing as you have to be patient to let it sit before adding the confectionery sugar but it will get thick and turned out perfect. I also used half of the amount of espresso powder based on personal difference. I had only 10 ounces of bitter, sweet chocolate, and added 4 ounces of semi sweet to make up the difference, and it turned out delicious. I didn’t have time to make the marshmallows so I did cheat but what a gorgeous presentation and a delicious moist cake. Always fun to be able to use my mini food torch (marshmallow topping). Wish I could post the photo as stunning. Thanks, this is a keeper.

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