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Moist Chocolate Cake

Indulge in Moist Chocolate Cake with Silky Ganache Bliss

This Moist Chocolate Cake is a tender treat with a silky ganache that will captivate dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spool and level for accuracy
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Can substitute with a fine sugar alternative
  • 0.75 cups Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-process enhances depth
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt for best results
  • 2 large Large Eggs Room temperature for better incorporation
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Substitute with buttermilk for added flavor
  • 0.5 cups Vegetable Oil Can replace with melted coconut oil
  • 1 cup Warm Water or Coffee Enhances chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Never skip for best results
For the Ganache
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate (60% cocoa or higher) Chops enhance melting
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Optional for shine and silkiness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans
  • whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans with butter or spray and flour.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Blend eggs, milk, oil, warm water (or coffee), and vanilla in another bowl until just combined.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into the dry mix and gently fold until no flour pockets remain.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes; cool for 10 minutes.
  6. Run a knife around edges, invert onto a rack, and let cakes cool completely.
  7. Heat cream until simmering and pour over chopped chocolate; stir until smooth, adding butter if desired.
  8. Frost cooled cakes with ganache, letting it drip down the sides for a beautiful finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This cake stays moist for days. Store properly to maintain freshness and flavor.

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