Dark Chocolate Lovers Dream Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this Dark Chocolate Lovers Dream cake. Moist, rich layers of dark chocolate cake are perfectly balanced with a smooth, decadent dark chocolate ganache that’s both luscious and velvety. Ideal for anyone who craves intense cocoa flavor in a luscious dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Ganache Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chopped dark chocolate
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cakes after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, Dutch-process cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined and aerated.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture thoroughly until the batter is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Incorporate Boiling Water: Slowly pour the boiling water into the batter while mixing on low speed. The batter will become thin — this is expected and ensures a moist cake.
- Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cakes are done.
- Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer them to wire racks to cool completely, preventing sogginess and ensuring the cake layers are firm enough for frosting.
- Prepare Ganache: Heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes to melt the chocolate. Stir gently until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Chill the ganache slightly until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.
- Assemble and Frost: Stack the cooled cake layers, spreading ganache between each layer for rich flavor. Finish by generously frosting the top and sides of the cake with the remaining ganache for a decadent finish.
Notes
- Be sure to use Dutch-process cocoa powder for a deeper chocolate flavor and better color.
- The boiling water thins the batter but helps achieve a moist texture.
- Allow the ganache to thicken adequately before frosting to avoid it running off the cake.
- This cake is best stored in a cool place and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- For best results, bring all ingredients to room temperature before starting.
Keywords: dark chocolate cake, chocolate ganache, moist chocolate cake, chocolate lovers, layered cake, rich chocolate dessert
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