Chocolate Chocolate Baby
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with the decadent "Chocolate Chocolate Baby" cake. This rich, moist chocolate cake is elevated with a silky dark chocolate ganache that drips luxuriously over the sides, creating a dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Made with unsweetened cocoa powder and enhanced by a cup of boiling water for an unbelievably tender crumb, this cake boasts bold chocolate flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you need a show-stopping dessert. Topped with a glossy ganache made from chopped dark chocolate, heavy cream, and butter, this single-layer beauty serves 8 and is sure to leave a lasting impression. Whether you're crafting it for family or guests, this heavenly chocolate cake recipe is as versatile as it is irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cups Boiling water
- 1 cups Dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoons Butter (unsalted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier release.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat until smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Slowly mix in the boiling water. The batter will be very thin, but this is normal.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To prepare the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not boil.
Remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Once the cake is completely cool, pour the ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides for an elegant finish.
Let the ganache set for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.4 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.3 g | 481% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 552 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 4052 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 531.9 g | 193% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 355.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 1923 mg | 41% | |
*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.
