Comments on: Chocolate Volcanic Cake

By: Mike McGavin

Mike McGavin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:02:29 +0000

Hi Robb. I guess it’s the content that counts. I’ve never been one for aesthetic food, and underneath that thin layer of couscous is a walloping of pure ice cream, for better or worse. I’m still not sure how to make this an effective tramping recipe, but We sometimes make custard for dessert and it works well over a fruit cake like those Ernest Adams ones. Very yummy.

By: Robb

Robb — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:10:56 +0000

Kia ora Mike,
I have to write I had a good chuckle when viewing the photo of your efforts. Though by dim candle light in a hut after a long day I am sure I would look forward to a generous dollop on my plate. My old tramping mate used to always carry in a few steamed puddings and real cream to enjoy, particularly on just over nighters. Took a bit of gas, or watching the fire closely, but great results. Happy tramping Mike.
Cheers,
Robb

By: Mike McGavin

Mike McGavin — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 01:50:17 +0000

Thanks for the tip, that makes sense. I’m still not sure about the tramping occasion… if I’m proposing it then I might try to find someone else to carry in a microwave and some extra petrol for the generator. Or we could just heat it with a stove, I guess.

By: Maple Kiwi

Maple Kiwi — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:45:33 +0000

If you actually want to make it again – try microwaving the jam for 15-20 seconds and it should get runny. Or mix a bit of hot water into it.

It sounds awfully filling!