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How to Make Biscoff Cake With Layers

biscoff cake
Cooking Method
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Difficulty Advanced
Time
Prep Time: 45 min Cook Time: 30 min Rest Time: 2 hour Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
Servings 12
Ingredients
    For the Cake:
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Biscoff spread (cookie butter)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely crushed Biscoff cookies
  • For the Biscoff Ganache:
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup white chocolate (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Biscoff spread (cookie butter)
  • For the Biscoff Frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup Biscoff spread (cookie butter)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • For the Biscoff Drip:
  • 1/2 cup Biscoff spread (cookie butter)
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • For Decoration:
  • 8 Biscoff cookies (whole or crushed for garnish)
  • Biscoff truffles (optional)
Instructions
    Preparing the Cake Layers:
  1. Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

  3. Cream Butter and Sugars

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, Biscoff spread, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. Add Eggs

    Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

  5. Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients

    Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

  6. Fold in Biscoff Crumbs

    Gently fold in the crushed Biscoff cookies.

  7. Bake

    Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. Cool

    Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

  9. Making the Biscoff Ganache:
  10. Heat Cream

    In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.

  11. Melt Chocolate and Biscoff

    Place the chopped white chocolate and Biscoff spread in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and Biscoff spread. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.

  12. Cool Ganache

    Allow the ganache to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until thickened, about 1 hour.

  13. Preparing the Biscoff Frosting:
  14. Beat Butter and Biscoff

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and Biscoff spread until creamy and well combined.

  15. Add Powdered Sugar

    Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.

  16. Add Vanilla and Cream

    Beat in the vanilla extract. Add the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.

  17. Assembling the Cake:
  18. Level the Cakes

    Level the tops of the cake layers with a serrated knife if needed.

  19. Fill Layers

    Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of Biscoff ganache over the top. Repeat with the second layer.

  20. Crumb Coat

    Place the third cake layer on top. Apply a thin layer of Biscoff frosting over the entire cake to seal in the crumbs. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  21. Frost the Cake

    Apply the remaining Biscoff frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.

  22. Making the Biscoff Drip:
  23. Melt Biscoff and Cream

    In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the Biscoff spread and heavy cream together in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth and pourable.

  24. Drip on Cake

    Using a spoon, drizzle the Biscoff mixture over the edges of the cake, letting it drip down the sides. Pour some over the top and spread it out with an offset spatula.

  25. Decorating:
  26. Garnish

    Decorate the top of the cake with whole or crushed Biscoff cookies and Biscoff truffles if desired.

  27. Chill

    Refrigerate the biscoff cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the frosting and ganache to set.

Note
  • You can bake the cake layers a day ahead and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. This helps in firming them up for easier frosting.
  • After cooling the cake layers completely, chill them in the fridge for at least an hour before assembling.
  • For a smoother frosting, sift the powdered sugar before adding it to the butter and Biscoff spread.
  • If the ganache is too thick to spread, gently warm it for a few seconds in the microwave. If it's too runny, let it chill a bit longer in the fridge.
Keywords: biscoff cake, biscoff layer cake

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