Ultimate Chocolate Cake

The chocolate cake was first invented in the 18th century in Europe and has since become one of the most popular desserts worldwide.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Ultimate Chocolate Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, International Courses: Anytime, Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Hot water
• 4 ounces Dark chocolate
• ¹⁄₂ cup Heavy cream
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Fresh berries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
5. Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and heavy cream together. Let cool slightly, then whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth.
8. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of chocolate ganache on top, then place the second cake layer on top. Spread the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake.
9. Garnish with fresh berries and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 40g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.