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Kick Off the Weekend in Style!

It’s finally Friday, and we’re celebrating in the best way possible – with a decadent chocolate cake and refreshing summer cocktails! At TFD HQ, we believe that every weekend deserves a little indulgence, and we’re sharing our secrets to help you host an unforgettable summer party without breaking the bank.

Introducing Our Pretty-in-Pink Summer Cocktail

Inspired by our favorite summer refresher, we’ve created a light, crisp cocktail that’s perfect for warm weather gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a drink that’s as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious.

• 1 part St Germain
• 2 parts vodka
• Club soda to fill (flavored or plain)
• Splashes of Snapple Fruit Punch (or your favorite flavor)
• Fresh fruit slices (citrus works best)
• Ice

Serve your cocktail in a beautiful glass carafe or pitcher, and don’t forget to add a few fresh fruit slices for garnish. This drink is sure to impress your friends and family!

The Trunchbull Chocolate Layer Cake: A Show-Stopping Dessert

Now, onto the main event – our mouthwatering chocolate layer cake inspired by Matilda’s famous dessert. This classic recipe is a crowd-pleaser, and we’ve added our own twist with a fresh chocolate buttercream frosting.

For the cake:

• Follow the recipe on the back of the Hershey’s cocoa box (we cooked ours a little longer than instructed to ensure it was perfectly moist).

For the frosting:

• 4 sticks salted butter, softened to room temperature
• 3.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 5 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Beat the butter and sugar together until fluffy, then add the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Adjust the sweetness and flavor to your liking!

To frost the cake like a pro:

1. Place your cake on a stand or tray with wax paper strips underneath for easy removal.
2. Frost the first layer generously, then add the second layer and do a crumb layer to gather up any stray crumbs.
3. Let the crumb layer dry for 10-15 minutes before adding a more generous layer of frosting.
4. Smooth along the sides and edges, then decorate with your favorite toppings – we used sprinkles because, why not?!

The best part? This stunning cake is perfect for any occasion, not just birthdays or special events. Invite some friends over, bake a cake, and enjoy the simple pleasures in life. Happy Friday!