Elegant Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the decadence of an Elegant Chocolate Cake, a dessert that perfectly balances rich flavors and sophisticated charm. This show-stopping recipe combines velvety layers of moist chocolate cake, made with cocoa powder and enhanced by a touch of boiling water for an ultra-smooth texture. Topped with a luscious bittersweet chocolate ganache crafted from heavy cream and butter, this cake delivers a glossy, melt-in-your-mouth finish that’s sure to impress at any celebration. With a straightforward preparation process and a luxurious flavor profile, this recipe elevates homemade baking to gourmet quality. Perfect for dinner parties, birthdays, or as a decadent treat, this chocolate cake serves up to 12 and is sure to be a crowd favorite.
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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 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 units large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons 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, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake 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, carefully remove the cakes from the pans and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
For the ganache, place the chopped bittersweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (do not boil).
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2-3 minutes to melt. Add the butter and stir until the ganache is smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool and thicken slightly before using.
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of ganache evenly over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining ganache evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
Allow the ganache to set slightly before serving. Slice and enjoy this elegant chocolate cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 350.7 g | 450% | |
| Saturated Fat | 155.8 g | 779% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 3513 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 801.9 g | 292% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 94.3 g | 337% | |
| Total Sugars | 496.8 g | ||
| Protein | 93.8 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 767 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 56.5 mg | 314% | |
| Potassium | 4668 mg | 99% | |
*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.
