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Dark Chocolate Cake

Irresistibly Moist Dark Chocolate Cake with Ganache Drip

Indulge in this delightful Dark Chocolate Cake with rich ganache, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap with gluten-free 1:1 baking mix for gluten-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Dutch-Processed Cocoa Powder Avoid natural cocoa to maintain cake texture.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent.
  • 1 1/2 cups Buttermilk Substitute with milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 3 large Eggs Crucial for binding and moisture.
  • 1 cup Boiling Coffee Intensifies chocolate flavor.
For the Ganache
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate (70% Cocoa) Select high-quality chocolate.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • spatula
  • whisk
  • Cake Pans
  • heatproof bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and boiling coffee until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Divide the batter evenly among three greased 8-inch round cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  5. While the cakes are baking, prepare the ganache by chopping the dark chocolate and heating the cream until steaming.
  6. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate, let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  7. After baking, let the cakes cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Frost with ganache after cooling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This cake can be easily adapted to be gluten-free and dairy-free, perfect for various dietary needs.

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