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Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cake

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Indulge in the Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cake, a rich and moist chocolate cake layered with creamy chocolate frosting and silky ganache. Topped with chocolate shavings for an extra touch of decadence, this triple-layer chocolate dessert is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any chocolate craving.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Chocolate Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3½ cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

For Topping:

  • Chocolate shavings
  • Chocolate chips
  • Cocoa powder

Instructions

Make the Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Slowly add boiling water, stirring until well combined (batter will be thin).
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let cakes cool completely before frosting.

Make the Frosting:

  1. Beat softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.

Make the Ganache:

  1. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer.
  2. Pour hot cream over chopped chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  3. Add butter and stir until fully incorporated. Cool until pourable.

Assemble the Cake:

  1. Slice each cake in half to create four layers.
  2. Spread frosting between each layer.
  3. Pour ganache over the top, letting it drip down the sides.

Decorate:

  1. Garnish with chocolate shavings, chocolate chips, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
  2. Chill for 30 minutes before serving to set the ganache.

Notes

  • For deeper flavor, use dark cocoa powder or bittersweet chocolate.
  • Replace half the boiling water with coffee for a mocha twist.
  • Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.

Find it online: https://recipesbyjanet.com/ultimate-chocolate-indulgence-cake/