Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this Death by Chocolate Cake recipe. This rich and moist chocolate cake is filled and frosted with a luscious chocolate ganache, making it a chocolate lover's paradise. With layers of chocolatey goodness, this cake is perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or anytime you crave a truly sinful dessert. Get ready to dive into the depths of chocolaty bliss!
Ingredients
- For the cake:
- - 2 cups all-purpose flour
- - 2 cups granulated sugar
- - 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- - 1 teaspoon salt
- - 2 large eggs
- - 1 cup whole milk
- - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- - 1 cup boiling water
- For the chocolate ganache:
- - 2 cups heavy cream
- - 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- For decoration (optional):
- - Chocolate shavings
- - Fresh berries
- - Edible flowers
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth.
- Stir in the boiling water gradually, mixing until the batter is silky and thin. The batter will be thin, but that's normal!
- Divide the batter equally among the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 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.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the chocolate ganache. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate and butter. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of chocolate ganache on top. Repeat with the remaining layers.
- Pour the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula to create a smooth finish.
- If desired, decorate the cake with chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or edible flowers.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the ganache to set and the flavors to blend together.
- Slice and serve. Enjoy your indulgent Death by Chocolate Cake!
