Chocolate Cake Recipe
Decadent chocolate cake layered with rich ganache.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Cake Directions
- 1
Prepare the Cake Batter
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until well combined. Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 2
Bake the Cake
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. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- 3
Prepare the Ganache
While the cakes are cooling, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- 4
Assemble the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache on top. Place the second cake layer on top and pour the remaining ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- 5
Serve
Let the ganache set slightly before slicing and serving the cake. Enjoy!