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Dark Chocolate Cake

Decadent Dark Chocolate Cake with Glossy Ganache Drip

Indulge in this Dark Chocolate Cake, featuring rich layers and a stunning glossy ganache drip, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • ¾ cup Dutch-Processed Cocoa Powder Avoid natural cocoa.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Baking Soda
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Boiling Coffee You can use water if desired.
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate (70% Cocoa) High-quality chocolate is recommended.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substituting with half-and-half may yield less richness.
For the Ganache Drip
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate (70% Cocoa) Choose premium quality.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Using a different cream may alter the texture.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • Whisk
  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • Oven
  • wire rack
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Dark Chocolate Cake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup of Dutch-processed cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, and 1 ½ teaspoons of baking soda. Whisk until well-combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, blend together 1 cup of buttermilk, ½ cup of vegetable oil, and 3 large eggs. Slowly pour in 1 cup of boiling coffee while whisking until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, gently folding until just incorporated.
  4. Divide the batter evenly among three greased and lined 8-inch round cake pans. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  5. While the cakes cool, make the ganache by heating 1 cup of heavy cream until it simmers. Pour over 8 ounces of chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth.
  6. Once cooled, spread ganache between cake layers and reserve a portion for the glossy drip around the edges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Using accurate measurements and allowing ingredients to come to room temperature can improve outcomes. Slice with a warm knife for clean edges.

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