01 April 2012

Brownie Layer Cake with Chocolate Pudding and Caramelised Almond Flakes


I wanted a full head-on brownie, the best brownie ever. Dark. Bitter. Heavy. Chocolatey. But more than the usual "slice of brownie".
Interesting fact me #1: 
I often talk to myself, "this goes here, that goes there". Of course, not loudly (that would be crazy). But the hand gestures seem to freak people out. 
Interesting fact me #2: 
I am 96.125% sure if people know what's going through my head, I'll be killed within the amount of time it takes for people to gather around, holding torches, chanting "die! die! die!" (because that's the fun way of killing someone).
You see, folks, I love my "I-can-eat-everything-i-want" days. Usually followed by moments when I was pleased with Mister Scale-o, or after days when I succeeded to lay off the Kettles chips. But also because brownies is Mr's favourite! And the way to a man's heart is through his stomach!
Interesting fact me #3:
Whenever I giggle for more than 10 seconds, i would have a hard time stopping. This could go on for minutes even hours. And it tends to happen when I have something in my mouth. I'm a sprayer!
B-back to the brownie. Since i have the day off to  eat whatever I want, I wanted cake! Of course, nothing new there. But what could go well with those bitter, dense brownies? What could make brownies even more salivating than it already is? Something smooth. Velvety. Sweet. Light. Something that speaks the epitome of comfort.
Interesting fact #4:
I am very afraid of animals. All kinds of them. Even Hamsters.
 Interesting fact #5:
 I appreciate the gesture and effort of a gift more than the gift itself. Doesn't matter if it was a vintage $5 spoon or a $1000 DSLR. 

Puddings! Gooey dark brownies with sweet milky puddings. Love is on the plate. Of course, when there's so much in a bite, I always like to add a little extra topping to set it on the go. Caramelised Almond Flakes!
Interesting fact #6:

Sometimes my body refuses to go back to sleep after 3 am. Occasionally, it needs to bake something.

Interesting fact #7:

I think I'm a closet dancer (gasp!).

Hence, Brownie Layer Cake with Chocolate pudding and Caramelised Almond Flakes was born.
I know what you're thinking. What's with the interesting fact thing. Well, as perfect the timing as ever, this comforting cake is also to celebrate my third blog award. The Kreativ Blogger Award.
The Novice Housewife - I am very grateful for this award and her comment of my blog. I have visited her amazing blog several times, always amazed by her array of baked goods and dishes, her many many meaningful posts and her beautiful pictures. 

So the deal is I post 7 interesting facts about myself and pass this on to 7 bloggers. 

1. The Little Loaf - I'm pretty sure she already has this award but, lady, you are amazing! The Little Loaf is one of my must-read blog every week! She is funny, she is creative, she is also an awesome baker! Oh, her breads and cakes, her drinks, her... I should stop. 
2. Baltic Maid - Would you look at her dishes. Seriously, would you! 
3. That's So Vegan - I'm not sure if she remembers but I visited Ruby's blog long ago! I always find her posts splendid and her recipes are just delicious! Her new blog looks so clean and fresh and her pictures are a beaute! 
4. Green Thyme - Stephanie's blog is full of simple recipes. However simple, there's always ingredients that you wouldn't know would make a difference! 
5. Kitchen Heals Souls - Captivating picture. Just. Beautiful. Her amazing number of baked goods, her recipes, her  kitchen props, her skills and her creativity! You will never forget her site. 
6. Foodologie - I first met Karla's blog when she made gorgeous pies in jars for a wedding gift. Ever since, I was going to devote my life to pies in jars. Her post is, of course, beautiful! Go over and enjoy, I mean, really enjoy!
7. London Bakes - You know good food when you see one. You just know it! Take a look at Kathryn's blog! She constantly surprises you with her variety of dishes!
Best Brownie,
Jes

40 comments:

  1. This brownie cake looks absolutely epic! Love all those layers of chocolate although I reckon just a small slice would do :-)

    Thanks for the nomination..you're too kind! x

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    1. @ thelittleloaf: I LOVE YOU! okay... a little too much, i know....

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  2. Thank you so much for the award! I really appreciate it. This cake looks properly epic, I'm actually scared to make this because I don't think I'd be able to stop eating it!

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    1. @ london bakes: you deserve it, my friend! Indeed, I couldn't stop eating it! :'(

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  3. This will really satisfy my choco cravings...Wanna try the soonest!

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    1. @ Yudith: Thank you! I love playing flavors around in my head till I find something crazy!

      @ MyFudo: It does satisfy every craving I had! It's the best brownie recipe I've made. I would add a little more toppings such as cookies or cereals into the brownie itself if I were only baking the brownie on its own!

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  4. Wow this looks so rich! Beautiful.

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  5. First, that sugary creation is basically the most amazing thing I've ever seen. It is gorgeous. The photos are gorgeous. And I'm betting it would be gorgeous in my tummy. Second, I did not know that you could kill someone just by yelling, "die, die, die." But I'm really glad to have the information...

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    1. @ Stephanie: Thank you! It is rich!!

      @ movita; Let's just say, after the yelling it goes on to torching you in fire but that's just too gory for my taste :p

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  6. Oh my. How can you go wrong with this. Sensational!

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  7. This... THIS brownie will be eaten within an hour if it were sitting on my kitchen table. It probably wouldn't even get the chance to be photographed.

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    1. @ El: Ikr! Nothing can go wrong with chocolate... ;)

      @ Margarita: For me it takes mush longer... See, everyone else in the house are real diet girls or non-chocolate lovers.. Ikr (rolls eyes) weirdos.... :p

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  8. ThAnK YoU!!!! My very first Blog Award!!! I am so excited!!! Thank you!
    This cake looks absolutely amazing! All your cakes are simply stunning!!!

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    1. @ Baltic Maid: Oops... Didn't mean to do it on april fools' hehe... It's for real! for real! :)

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  9. wow.... absolutely rich and gorgeous. rgds susan mathew www.chackoskitchen.com

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  10. Wow the pictures are absolutely stunning. This must be the best looking brownie ever :) So rich and sticky... yum :)

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    1. @ Susan Mathew: Thank you! You've taught me how to curdle cheese!!!

      @ Tes: They were my best brownies yet! Just the right fudgy:crumbly ratio I wanted!

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  11. Thank you so much for the nomination! I have passed on the award on my blog :)

    Also, this cake has got me practically drooling. Looks delicious!

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    1. @ Ruby: You totally deserve it!! ;) Your pictures rock too!

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  12. OK This cake is AWESOM!!!!
    Seriously how can anyone resist it....
    Absolutely delicious.....

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    1. @ Reem: I seriously hope, I'm not the only one who actually read it in the enthusiastic way... Thank you! :)

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  13. Your layer cake should be illegal - do you have any idea how much you upset me by showing me this but not allowing me to eat it? :D
    Looks absolutely amazing!

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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    1. @ Choc Chip Uru: Your comment simply lit up my day! I wouldn't be trying to upset you, but feel a little weird being happy about it ;p

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  14. I'm a self-talker, too. A self-singer, in fact! This cake looks to die for, totally gorgeous!!

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    1. @ kale: I'm a self-dancer! if there is such a thing xD Thank you!

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  15. Really nice photos. You've got a good eye for composition. And the recipe? I'm drooling! Good post - thanks.

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  16. This maybe a mouth full, but I am drooling over the caramelized Almond Flakes. That crunch will send chills down my spine, no doubt. Lovely combo Jes!! Have a good weekend ahead, cause I sure am on holiday mood now.. LOL.. xoxo Jo

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  17. I definitely agree with the gift thing; it's the thought that counts! This brownie layer cake is gorgeous! I wouldn't mind receiving this as a gift...

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    1. @ Kitchen Riffs: I doubt so, since the number of pictures that have been rejected by tastespotting are all due to composition, but i do love this week's pictures :) Got to do with being in a corner of my room waiting for light to shine at the right spot, Holding my reflector board with my toes...

      @ Jo: I know right! This was actually inspired by one of the brownie layer cakes I saw on the web, I changed Chocolate ganache to pudding because, come on, its pudding... and thought of caramel almonds. Ough! Will do with the holiday and what not ;)

      @ kyleen: I know! The cute little things humans do drive me cre-aaaa-zy! I would love to send it but the mail man doesn't like dealing with wet envelopes!

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  18. Oh my...*gulp*...that looks awfully sinfully delicious. *gulp again*

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    1. @ Fern: Don't worry! I always cut down the sugar and butter from the recipes! But of course if you have them like i do, (3 slices or so) it defeats the point...

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  19. This cake looks so interesting...and it has so much chocolate, yummy. Nice article.

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  20. Love this! Chocolate pudding and brownies go so well together. And with a little whipped cream on top it would be like a brownie trifle in cake form!

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    1. @ Danijela: Thank you! It does have a whole lot of chocolate, doesn't it!

      @ Erin: Oh trifle cakes! I've always wanted to make one...

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  21. Oh my goodness! You've taken one sin and topped it with another! BRILLIANT and I could eat and swoon and eat a whole plate topped with some vanilla ice cream....HEAVEN!! Your pics and presentation are GORGEOUS too Jesica!

    chow :) Devaki @ weavethousandflavors

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  22. Whoa, this looks outrageous! Love the caramelized almonds as a topper--that sounds absolutely perfect.

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    1. @ Devaki: Aww, swoon! Not many people use that word anymore! Your pictures are gorgeous...

      @ Liz: Outrageous! Caramelized almonds are a beautiful addition to anything!

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  23. Oh my, this Chocolate Brownie Cake looks absolutely divine!!! 2 BIG slices please :)

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  24. Wow, this looks amazing...so decadent and I love the triple layer effect! :-)

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