Description
A rich, moist cake topped with a smooth chocolate ganache, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate ganache
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla, then beat until combined.
- Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let cakes cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream and fold into chocolate ganache.
- Spread ganache between layers and over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
- Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality cocoa powder for deeper flavor. Ensure eggs and milk are at room temperature for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cake, chocolate cake, dessert, ganache, birthday cake