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France From Aux douceurs de Gaelle's kitchen in France.
Originally published on Cookpad France as Gâteau qui pleure, with US measurements.
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Crying Cake

Aux douceurs de Gaelle
Aux douceurs de Gaelle @AuxdouceursdeGaelle
Seine et marne 77

This cake is relatively easy to make, but it does take some time because you need to let it cool completely at each step! It's worth the effort.
Incredibly soft and indulgent.

Why is it called 'Crying Cake'? Simply because when you cut the cake, the weight of the ganache on top makes the whipped cream spill over the slice. And that's why it's called a crying cake.

This cake is relatively easy to make, but it does take some time because you need to let it cool completely at each step! It's worth the effort.
Incredibly soft and indulgent.

Why is it called 'Crying Cake'? Simply because when you cut the cake, the weight of the ganache on top makes the whipped cream spill over the slice. And that's why it's called a crying cake.

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Crying Cake

Aux douceurs de Gaelle
Aux douceurs de Gaelle @AuxdouceursdeGaelle
Seine et marne 77

This cake is relatively easy to make, but it does take some time because you need to let it cool completely at each step! It's worth the effort.
Incredibly soft and indulgent.

Why is it called 'Crying Cake'? Simply because when you cut the cake, the weight of the ganache on top makes the whipped cream spill over the slice. And that's why it's called a crying cake.

This cake is relatively easy to make, but it does take some time because you need to let it cool completely at each step! It's worth the effort.
Incredibly soft and indulgent.

Why is it called 'Crying Cake'? Simply because when you cut the cake, the weight of the ganache on top makes the whipped cream spill over the slice. And that's why it's called a crying cake.

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Ingredients

40 minutes
Serves 6 to 8 servings
  • Chocolate Sponge Cake
  • 3eggs
  • 1/2 cupgranulated sugar (100 g)
  • 3/4 cupmilk (200 ml)
  • 1/3 cupvegetable oil (80 ml)
  • 1 2/3 cupsall-purpose flour (200 g)
  • 3 tablespoonsunsweetened cocoa powder (20 g)
  • 2 teaspoonsbaking powder (1 packet, about 10-12 g)
  • Soaking Syrup
  • 3/4 cupmilk (180 ml)
  • 1 tablespoonunsweetened cocoa powder
  • Whipped Cream
  • 2 cupsheavy whipping cream (500 ml)
  • 2 tablespoonsgranulated sugar
  • Ganache
  • 3/4 cupheavy cream (190 ml)
  • 6 ozdark chocolate (170 g)
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40 minutes
  1. 1

    For the chocolate sponge cake: Beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture becomes pale and triples in volume. Add the milk and oil, and mix again.

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    A picture of step 1 of Crying Cake.
  2. 2

    Sift in the flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder. Gently fold with a spatula until the batter is smooth.

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    A picture of step 2 of Crying Cake.
    A picture of step 2 of Crying Cake.
  3. 3

    Bake for 30 minutes at 350°F (180°C). Check for doneness and bake longer if needed. As soon as you take the cake out of the oven, poke it with a fork and soak it with the warm milk and cocoa mixture. Let it cool completely.

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    A picture of step 3 of Crying Cake.
    A picture of step 3 of Crying Cake.
  4. 4

    Whip the cream until stiff peaks form, add the sugar, and whip again. Spread over the cooled cake and refrigerate.

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    A picture of step 4 of Crying Cake.
  5. 5

    In a saucepan, melt the chocolate with the cream. Let it cool slightly, then pour over the well-chilled whipped cream layer. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

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Aux douceurs de Gaelle @AuxdouceursdeGaelle
Published in the US on March 22, 2026 14:01
Seine et marne 77
InfirmièreJ’adore la pâtisserie 🥮 et la cuisine. 👩‍🍳Partager des moments en famille ou entre amis est important pour moi ❤️.Maman de 4 enfants (2016/2017/2018/2021)
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Cake Vege Egg Dark Chocolate Cocoa

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