Decadent Irish Chocolate Torte

Indulge in a rich and moist chocolate cake with a surprising Irish twist of using mashed potatoes in the mixture.

Ingredients

¾	cup self-rising flour
½	teaspoon salt
2	dark chocolate
4	butter
¾	cup fine sugar
3	cooked mashed potatoes (Yes, really. Trust me.)
2	eggs, beaten
4	tablespoons milk
4	dark chocolate
4	heavy cream
¼	cup powdered sugar (or a little more)
3	tablespoons irish cream

Instructions

• 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Prepare the cake tins by greasing and lining two 8-inch tins.
  3. In a mixing bowl, sift the self-rising flour and salt.
  4. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water.
  5. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and fine sugar until fluffy. Then, mix in the melted chocolate and cooked mashed potatoes.
  6. Gradually add the beaten eggs, incorporating a bit of flour with each addition.
  7. Fold in the remaining flour and stir in the milk.
  8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake tins and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the tops are firm yet springy to the touch.
  9. Once baked, let the cakes cool in the tins for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  10. While the cakes cool, prepare the icing. Melt the dark chocolate as before, then stir in the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and Irish cream, mixing well.
  11. Use the icing to sandwich the cake layers, covering the top and sides generously.
  12. Hint: The secret to this rich Irish chocolate cake lies in the addition of mashed potatoes, which give it an incredibly moist texture. The creamy liqueur in the filling adds to its decadence, making it a unique and delightful dessert that celebrates Irish flavors and ingredients.

Jul 19, 2024