Description
Super Moist Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache
Ingredients
For the Cake:
• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• 1½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
For the Ganache:
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
Make the Cake:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
4. Slowly stir in boiling water. The batter will be thin—this is normal!
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Make the Ganache:
1. Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just starts to simmer. Remove from heat.
2. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2–3 minutes.
3. Stir until smooth, then mix in butter until the ganache is glossy and fully combined.
Assemble the Cake:
1. Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of ganache over the top.
2. Place the second cake layer on top.
3. Pour the remaining ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides for a glossy finish.
Tips:
• Brush cake layers with simple syrup for extra moisture.
• Ensure cakes are fully cooled before adding ganache to avoid melting.
This indulgent chocolate cake is perfect for any celebration or just because!
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