Decadent and Delicious Double Chocolate Cake Recipe

This double chocolate cake recipe is a chocolate lover's dream come true. Moist and rich, this cake is made with a combination of cocoa powder and melted chocolate, giving it an intense chocolate flavor. Topped with a velvety smooth chocolate ganache, this cake is sure to impress. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a mouthwatering dessert.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
5. Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. Be careful as it will be thin.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. To make the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir until smooth and glossy.
11. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of chocolate ganache on top. Place the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining ganache.
12. Allow the cake to set for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!

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