*adapted from cakebycourtney.com
For The Grey Stuff
- 2 cups (462 g) heavy whipping cream (40% fat or more )
- 2 tablespoons black cocoa powder (one or two more if you want a stronger chocolate flavor )
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons E-Z Gel
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
- In a chilled stainless steal mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients and beat together, using a whisk attachment, until stiff peaks form.
Assembly:
- Place the first cake layer in the center of a cake board or cake plate. Surround the cake layer with a 4-inch tall acetate strip (if desired). Evenly spread 1 cup of the Grey Stuff over the cake layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top of the filling and spread another 1 cup of the Grey Stuff on top. Repeat these steps for the next two layers.
- Sprinkle extra cookie crumbs over the top of cake.
- Keep the cake refrigerated until ready to serve.
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