Double Chocolate Ganache Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Cake
For the Chocolate Ganache
Method
To Make the Chocolate Cake
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 5
Add Boiling Water
Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth; the batter will be thin.
- 6
Bake the Cakes
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
To Make the Chocolate Ganache
- 8
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream to a simmer. Do not let it boil.
- 9
Combine with Chocolate
Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- 10
Stir to Combine
After 5 minutes, add the unsalted butter to the bowl and stir gently until the chocolate is melted and the ganache is smooth and glossy.
- 11
Cool the Ganache
Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature until it thickens slightly, about 30 minutes.
To Assemble the Cake
- 12
Layer the Cakes
Place one layer of the chocolate cake on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache over the top.
- 13
Top with Second Layer
Carefully place the second layer of cake on top of the ganache-covered layer.
- 14
Frost the Cake
Pour the remaining ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- 15
Serve
Slice the cake and serve at room temperature. Enjoy your double chocolate ganache cake!
