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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Ganache Ingredients
Method
Cake Directions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
- 3
- 4
Incorporate Boiling Water
Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. It will be thin; this is normal.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Ganache Directions
- 7
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
- 8
Add Chocolate Chips
Remove from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let it sit for 5 minutes to soften the chocolate.
- 9
Stir Until Smooth
Whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Allow it to cool at room temperature until it thickens slightly.
- 10
Assemble the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache on top, then place the second layer on top and pour the remaining ganache over the top.