Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover's dream with this Chocolate Ganache Layer Cake. Layers of moist and rich chocolate cake are sandwiched between silky smooth chocolate ganache, creating a dessert that is truly a showstopper. Perfect for special occasions or simply satisfying your chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in hot water until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the ganache, heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it just starts to simmer.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl and let it sit for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir the chocolate and cream until smooth and shiny.
- Allow the ganache to cool slightly before assembling the cake.
- Place one cake layer on a serving platter and spread a layer of ganache on top.
- Repeat with the remaining cake layers and ganache, creating a smooth and even finish on the top and sides of the cake.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache before serving.
- Slice and enjoy the rich and decadent Chocolate Ganache Layer Cake!
