Pistachio Almond Chocolate Cake

Photo: flickr user norwichnuts

Ingredients

7 1/2 ounces all-purpose flour, sifted

1 1/2 ounces unsweetened cocoa, sifted

1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

1 teaspoon salt

2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, broken into pieces

12 ounces unsalted butter

8 ounces soft brown sugar

4 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla essence

1 teaspoon white vinegar

8 ounces fl oz oz. boiling water

12 ounces unsalted roasted pistachios, shelled

6 ounces white chocolate chips

15 ounces fl oz oz. whipped cream, soft peaks

4 ounces roasted flaked almonds

Preparation

Preheat oven to 325 F (160 C). Melt bittersweet chocolate in a bowl over boiling water. Using a food processor, beat 2 eggs. Add all-purpose flour, cocoa, bicarbonate of soda, salt, 4 oz. of butter, and salt. Mix well until smooth. Add vanilla essence, vinegar, and melted chocolate. Mix until smooth. Add boiling water and mix until smooth. Pour cake mixture into an 8-inch springform cake pan. Bake for 1 hour or until cake bounces back slightly when touched. Cool on a wire rac

This delightful chocolate cake filled with almonds and pistachios comes from English cookery. It is reminiscent of European bakeries and great served with strong coffee.