I Can't Even Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base
Chocolate Ganache
Toppings
Method
Base
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool in the baking dish for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chocolate Ganache
- 7
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not boil.
- 8
Add Chocolate Chips
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
- 9
Stir Ganache
Whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Allow to cool slightly before using.
Assembly
- 10
Prepare for Serving
Once the cake has cooled, place it on a serving plate.
- 11
Add Ganache
Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cooled cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- 12
Add Toppings
Top with dollops of whipped cream, sprinkle chocolate shavings, and arrange fresh berries on top.
- 13
Serve
Slice the cake into squares and serve immediately. Enjoy!
