Description
Indulge in this rich, fluffy chocolate cake topped with velvety chocolate ganache—perfect for celebrations or any chocolate craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chocolate chips)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for a glossy finish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared 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.
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil).
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the butter (optional) for extra shine, then let the ganache cool slightly until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache evenly over the top.
- Add the second cake layer and spread ganache over the top and sides of the cake. Use a spatula to smooth out the ganache.
- Garnish with chocolate curls, chocolate sprinkles, or fresh berries for an extra touch.
- Allow the ganache to set at room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, measure your ingredients accurately and use room temperature eggs and milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, dessert, baking, ganache, moist cake