Death by Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover's fantasy with this decadent "Death by Chocolate" cake! This recipe layers rich, moist chocolate cake with silky dark chocolate mousse and a luscious semi-sweet chocolate ganache, all crowned with delicate curls of dark chocolate for an elegant finish. Perfectly balanced yet unapologetically indulgent, each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a symphony of chocolate flavors and textures. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving an over-the-top dessert, this show-stopping recipe is guaranteed to impress. Plus, with straightforward steps like the classic double boiler method for the mousse and a glossy ganache drizzle, you'll feel like a pro baker in no time. Serve it chilled for a stunning presentation and the ultimate chocolate experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 ounces dark chocolate (for mousse)
- 1.5 cups heavy cream (for mousse)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 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.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine.
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
Reduce the speed to low and carefully add the boiling water. Mix until the batter is smooth (it will be thin).
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil). Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth. Let cool to room temperature.
For the mousse, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring until smooth. Cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until medium peaks form. Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until incorporated.
Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of mousse on top. Add the second cake layer and pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Using a vegetable peeler, shave curls off the dark chocolate bar. Garnish the cake with the chocolate shavings.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to set the layers.
Slice and serve chilled for the ultimate chocolate experience!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8049 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 481.6 g | 617% | |
| Saturated Fat | 243.9 g | 1220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1042 mg | 347% | |
| Sodium | 5410 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 957.2 g | 348% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 99.2 g | 354% | |
| Total Sugars | 651.3 g | ||
| Protein | 107.8 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 946 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 66.5 mg | 369% | |
| Potassium | 4846 mg | 103% | |
*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.
