Gourmet Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the decadence of this Gourmet Chocolate Cake, a show-stopping dessert perfect for special occasions or satisfying your chocolate cravings. Made with rich cocoa powder and a touch of boiling water for an extra moist crumb, this two-layer cake is as luscious as it is beautiful. The recipe features an effortless homemade ganache, crafted with velvety semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream, creating a smooth, glossy frosting that melts in your mouth. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this elegant treat is surprisingly simple to make, yet boasts a polished, bakery-quality finish. Whether served at a dinner party or enjoyed with a warm drink, this cake is sure to become your go-to recipe for chocolate indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup 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 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 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, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until the batter is smooth.
Reduce the speed to low and carefully mix in the boiling water until fully incorporated. The batter will be thin, which 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.
Let the cakes 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. Do not let it boil.
Remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Add the butter to the ganache and stir until fully melted and incorporated. Let the ganache cool slightly until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of ganache over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake.
Let the cake sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the ganache to set before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 320.6 g | 411% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.7 g | 708% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 5244 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 734.3 g | 267% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 86.2 g | 308% | |
| Total Sugars | 453.1 g | ||
| Protein | 92.1 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 602 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 44.8 mg | 249% | |
| Potassium | 3435 mg | 73% | |
*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.
