Chocolate Cake Recipe
Rich chocolate cake topped with chocolate ganache.
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Ingredients
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Cake
Chocolate Ganache
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Incorporate Boiling Water
Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. (The batter will be thin.)
- 5
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Chocolate Ganache Preparation
- 7
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not boil.
- 8
Melt the Chocolate
Remove from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the hot cream. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- 9
Whisk Together
Whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Allow it to cool slightly before using.
Assembly
- 10
Layer the Cakes
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache on top.
- 11
Add Second Layer
Place the second layer on top of the first and pour the remaining ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- 12
Serve
Slice and serve your rich chocolate cake, enjoying each decadent bite!
