Chocolate Favorites
Indulge in pure decadence with our "Chocolate Favorites" recipe, the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers! This rich and moist chocolate cake is infused with the perfect balance of cocoa and topped with a silky homemade ganache that elevates every bite. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this recipe is easy to make yet delivers bakery-quality results. The addition of boiling water ensures a tender crumb, while a garnish of dark chocolate curls adds a touch of elegance. Ready in just under an hour, this show-stopping cake serves 12 and is perfect for celebrations or a cozy treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're hosting a party or indulging in a quiet night at home, "Chocolate Favorites" is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 bar dark chocolate bar (for garnish)
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 eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed using a hand or stand mixer for about 2 minutes until smooth.
Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour it over the chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl.
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool slightly until it thickens but is still pourable.
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and spread more ganache over the top and sides of the cake.
Using a vegetable peeler, shave curls from the chocolate bar and sprinkle them on top of the cake as a garnish.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache before serving. Enjoy your Chocolate Favorites!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4686 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 277.6 g | 356% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.7 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 4064 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 553.8 g | 201% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.1 g | 222% | |
| Total Sugars | 313.6 g | ||
| Protein | 76.3 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 545 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 35.2 mg | 196% | |
| Potassium | 2724 mg | 58% | |
*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.
