CHOCOLATE SPONGE CHEESE CAKE

Preparation Method :

• Bake the cake in a round 10" tin. Cool.
• Cut the cake into two horizontal layers. Place one layer back into the tin. Mix 2 tbsp Tia Maria with 2 tbsp milk and pour half onto the cake in the tin. Leave the balance for the other half of the cake.
• Filling:Combine the cheese, sugar and egg and beat with a handheld electric beater until smooth.
• Sprinkle the gelatin over the water and dissolve over gentle heat. Add the Tia Maria.
• Add this mixture to the creamed cheese mixture, add the cream and beat until just combined. Pour this over the cake in the tin.
• Place the reserved cake layer on top and sprinkle with the Tia Maria and milk. Set until firm. Remove from tin and place on a serving plate.
• Sift together the cocoa powder and icing sugar and dust the top of the gateau. Coat the sides with cream, then press the toasted nuts into it.