Description
This Super Moist Chocolate Cake with Perfect Chocolate Ganache is the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream! Rich, tender, and full of deep chocolate flavor, this cake is paired with a silky, smooth ganache that makes it irresistible. Whether for a celebration or a simple indulgence, this easy-to-make dessert will wow everyone at your next occasion. Get ready to enjoy every bite of this decadent cake!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 stick Nescafe (2 grams coffee)
- 1 cup hot water (very hot)
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 200 grams dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
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For the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Sift together the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Whisk together the wet ingredients (milk, oil, eggs, vanilla extract) in a separate bowl until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Dissolve the Nescafe coffee in hot water and add it to the batter. Mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter between the cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the Ganache:
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer (do not boil).
- Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot cream over it. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Add the butter and stir until fully incorporated.
- Once the cakes have cooled, frost the first layer with ganache, place the second layer on top, and pour the remaining ganache over the top.
Notes
- To ensure the cake stays moist, don’t skip the coffee step; it helps retain moisture.
- If the ganache is too thick, add a bit more warm cream to reach your desired consistency.
- For variations, try adding nuts to the batter or using a different type of chocolate for the ganache.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
