Chocolate Cake Recipe
Rich and moist 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
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 5
Add Boiling Water
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
- 6
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
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
- 8
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
- 9
Mix with Chocolate
Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- 10
Stir the Ganache
Whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Allow it to cool slightly before using.
Assembly
- 11
Layer the Cakes
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache on top.
- 12
Top with Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top and pour the remaining ganache over the entire cake, letting it drip down the sides.
- 13
Serve
Allow the ganache to set for a few minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy your rich chocolate cake!