Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your mixing tools while heating.
- Cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and eggs one at a time.
- Whisk together the cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients with the wet, alternating with buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
- Lightly grease a tube or bundt pan and pour the batter in, smoothing the top.
- Bake in the oven for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the ganache by heating cream, butter, and vanilla until melted; stir in cocoa and sugar until smooth.
- Fill the center of the cooled cake with ganache and ice the top and sides for a glossy finish.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature for best results. Customize ganache for added flavor.
