Decadent Death by Chocolate Cake Recipe

This Death by Chocolate Cake is the epitome of luxury and indulgence. With luscious layers of moist chocolate cake, rich chocolate ganache, and smooth chocolate buttercream frosting, it's a dream dessert for any chocoholic. Follow this easy recipe to create a showstopping masterpiece that will leave everyone craving for more. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable chocolate experience!

Ingredients

• For the cake:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• For the chocolate ganache:
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• For the chocolate buttercream frosting:
• 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until well combined.
4. Reduce the speed to low and slowly pour in the boiling water. Mix until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. 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.
8. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the chocolate ganache. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it simmers. Remove from heat and add chocolate chips and butter. Stir until smooth and glossy.
9. Allow the ganache to cool slightly, then refrigerate for about 30 minutes until it thickens.
10. Once the ganache has thickened, place one cake layer on a serving platter or cake stand. Spoon a generous amount of ganache over the top and spread it evenly. Repeat with the remaining cake layers.
11. For the chocolate buttercream frosting, beat softened butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with milk. Mix on medium speed until the frosting is light and fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract.
12. Frost the sides and top of the cake with the chocolate buttercream frosting.
13. If desired, decorate the cake with chocolate curls or sprinkles.
14. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
15. Slice and serve this decadent Death by Chocolate Cake to satisfy all your chocolate cravings!

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