Death By Chocolate III

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup butter, melted
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips for frosting
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
3. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Mix in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips. Pour into the prepared pans.
4. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
5. To make the frosting, melt 1 1/2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips, heavy cream, butter, and salt in a double boiler over medium heat, stirring constantly.
6. Spread the frosting between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake.

Interesting Facts

• This cake is also known as "Triple Chocolate Cake" or "Triple Layer Chocolate Cake".
• This cake is a favorite for birthdays, weddings, and other special occasions.
• The cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days.