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White Chocolate Truffle and Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake
"A thick layer of pure white chocolate truffle separates the amaretto-brushed layers, and a bit more truffle filling is used to flavor the whipped cream icing...."
INGREDIENTS
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CHOCOLATE STARS
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6 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
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1 tablespoon solid vegetable shortening
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Nonstick vegetable oil spray
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CAKE....
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4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
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1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 cups sugar
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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1 1/2 cups whole milk
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FILLING and FROSTING
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3 cups chilled whipping cream
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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1 pound good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Baker's), finely chopped
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
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4 tablespoons amaretto or other almond liqueur
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