Mocha Layer Cake with Chocolate-Rum Cream Filling
"This ultra-rich dessert is inspired by the classic Rig Jancsi cake, named for the legendary Hungarian Gypsy violinist. Make it one day ahead to allow the flavors to meld...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 cups whipping cream
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
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1/4 cup sugar
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20 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped; plus 2 ounces, chopped separately
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1/3 cup dark rum
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/4 cup water
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2 tablespoons sugar
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2 tablespoons dark rum
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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3/4 teaspoon instant coffee powder
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2/3 cup cake flour
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3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3 large eggs, separated
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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