Description
Dive into the rich, decadent layers of this Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cake, crafted for true chocolate lovers. Each bite offers an explosion of chocolate flavor, from the moist cake to the velvety chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
For Topping:
- Chocolate shavings
- Chocolate chips
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Carefully add the boiling water to the batter, mixing slowly until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Chocolate Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating on medium speed until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Add the butter and stir until the ganache is smooth and glossy. Allow it to cool to a pourable consistency.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Slice each cake in half horizontally to create four layers.
- Place the first layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of chocolate frosting over it. Repeat with the remaining layers.
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides for an indulgent look.
- Decorate:
- Top the cake with chocolate shavings, chocolate chips, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
- Serve:
- Slice and indulge in this ultimate chocolate experience.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened for the frosting to achieve a smooth consistency.
- For an extra chocolatey flavor, consider using dark chocolate for the ganache.
- Prep Time: 40 Minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55mg