Scrumptious Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• For the Ganache:
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
4. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
5. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Add the vanilla and sour cream and beat until combined.
7. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
8. Stir in the cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
11. To make the ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the cream until it just starts to simmer. Add the chocolate chips and stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
12. Pour the ganache over the cooled cake and let it set for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Chocolate Cake has been around since the 18th century.
• Chocolate cake is a popular dessert all around the world.
• Chocolate cake can be served with a variety of toppings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate ganache.