Decadent Chocolate Smack Down Cake Recipe

Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings with this indulgent chocolate smack down cake. This recipe combines rich chocolate cake layers with creamy chocolate ganache, creating a dessert that is sure to impress. Perfect for special occasions or just a decadent treat for yourself!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
4. Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
5. Pour batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
7. To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it just begins to simmer.
8. Remove from heat and add chocolate chips, letting them sit for 5 minutes before stirring until smooth.
9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of ganache on top.
10. Top with the second cake layer and cover the entire cake with the remaining ganache.
11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the ganache to set.
12. Slice and enjoy the ultimate chocolate experience!

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