Description
A rich and decadent chocolate cake layered with sweet caramel, crunchy pecans, and finished with a luscious chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temp)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs (room temp)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 1/2 cups caramel sauce
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chocolate ganache (melted chocolate + heavy cream)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease & flour 3 round 9-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until smooth.
- Slowly add boiling water while mixing until everything is well blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For assembly: Place the first layer on a serving plate. Spread 1/2 cup of caramel sauce and top with 1/3 cup of pecans and shredded coconut. Repeat this for the second layer.
- Top with the third layer and spread the melted chocolate ganache over the entire cake, covering the top and sides. Sprinkle any remaining pecans and coconut on top, then drizzle the rest of the caramel sauce over everything.
- Slice and enjoy your decadent creation!
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, caramel cake, pecan dessert, birthday cake, rich dessert