Bolo de Chocolate
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of *Bolo de Chocolate*, a classic Brazilian chocolate cake that’s as irresistible as it is easy to make! This moist and tender cake combines the bold depth of cocoa powder with the perfect balance of sweetness, enhanced by the luxurious addition of a creamy dark chocolate ganache. With a simple batter created using pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and milk, this recipe steps up the game with a touch of vanilla and a unique technique of blending in boiling water for a velvety texture. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or simply satisfying a chocolate craving, this show-stopping dessert delights chocolate lovers with every bite. Plus, it’s ready in under an hour and serves up to 10, making it perfect for sharing. Treat your guests—or yourself—to this luscious Bolo de Chocolate and watch it become your go-to chocolate cake recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 75 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 250 grams granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 240 milliliters milk
- 120 milliliters vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 240 milliliters boiling water
- 240 milliliters heavy cream
- 200 grams dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well combined.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until smooth and well blended.
Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is thin and smooth.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.
For the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
Remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the chopped dark chocolate in a medium bowl. Allow it to sit for 1-2 minutes to soften the chocolate.
Stir the mixture gently until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth.
Allow the ganache to cool slightly until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the chocolate ganache evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
Let the ganache set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4967 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 275.3 g | 353% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.7 g | 568% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 634 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 3707 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 589.1 g | 214% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.4 g | 166% | |
| Total Sugars | 313.4 g | ||
| Protein | 66.3 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 596 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 46.8 mg | 260% | |
| Potassium | 3014 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
