Ultimate Chocolate Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth with the Ultimate Chocolate Cake, a decadent dessert that lives up to its name. This rich and moist cake is crafted with a perfectly balanced blend of cocoa powder, whole milk, and a touch of vanilla extract, ensuring a deep chocolate flavor in every bite. The secret to its irresistibly tender crumb lies in the addition of boiling water, which keeps the batter light while yielding a luxuriously moist texture. Topped with a silky chocolate ganache frosting made from semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream, this show-stopping cake is as visually stunning as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave a rich and unforgettable chocolate treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 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
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup powdered sugar
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, granulated 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. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
Slowly pour in the boiling water while continuing to mix on low speed. The batter will be thin, but this creates a moist cake.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the chocolate ganache frosting. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and heavy cream together until just beginning to simmer.
Remove from heat and pour the hot mixture over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the ganache and whisk until thick and spreadable. If needed, let it cool slightly to thicken.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of ganache frosting over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides with the remaining ganache. Use a spatula to create swirls or a smooth finish.
Allow the frosting to set for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.4 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.7 g | 424% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 616 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 5343 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 819.6 g | 298% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.8 g | 253% | |
| Total Sugars | 522.9 g | ||
| Protein | 73.5 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 41.5 mg | 231% | |
| Potassium | 3142 mg | 67% | |
*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.
