Chocolate Dessert Cake
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with this decadent Chocolate Dessert Cake, a must-try recipe for chocolate lovers everywhere. Moist, rich, and layered with a silky homemade chocolate ganache, this cake is crafted with pantry staples like cocoa powder, sugar, and flour, elevated with a touch of boiling water for an ultra-tender crumb. The ganache, made from semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream, adds a luscious finish that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for celebrations or an after-dinner treat, this easy-to-follow recipe takes just 20 minutes to prep and is sure to impress your guests. Whether served at a party or enjoyed as a guilty pleasure, this Chocolate Dessert Cake is the ultimate dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed with a hand or stand mixer until the batter is smooth, about 2 minutes.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and slowly pour in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is expected. Mix just until combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans gently on the countertop to remove any air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Remove the cream from heat and pour it over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then add the butter and stir until smooth and glossy.
Allow the ganache to cool slightly until it reaches a spreadable consistency.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of ganache over the top, then place the second layer on top.
Pour the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake, smoothing with a spatula for an even finish.
Refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes to set the ganache. Bring back to room temperature before serving. Enjoy your Chocolate Dessert Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.2 g | 341% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.5 g | 542% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 612 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 5222 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 800.6 g | 291% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 81.3 g | 290% | |
| Total Sugars | 507.8 g | ||
| Protein | 89.4 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 603 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 44.2 mg | 246% | |
| Potassium | 3464 mg | 74% | |
*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.
