Description
A rich and moist cake layered with three different types of chocolate, perfect for any special occasion or as a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 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 whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water or hot coffee
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (plus more if needed)
- 8 oz semisweet or dark chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly pour in the boiling water or hot coffee. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
- Divide the batter evenly among the three pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before removing them from the pans.
- Beat the softened butter in a bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with the heavy cream, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Place one layer of the cake on a plate. Spread frosting on top, add the second layer, and repeat. Frost the sides and top of the cake.
- To make ganache, heat the cup of heavy cream until just about to boil, pour over chopped chocolate, and stir until smooth.
- Pour the ganache over the frosted cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- Chill the cake in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and fresh berries for a fruity contrast. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, dessert, baking, celebration