Super Moist Chocolate Cake with Perfect Chocolate Ganache

Summary

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this Super Moist Chocolate Cake with Perfect Chocolate Ganache. This decadent cake is rich, fluffy, and loaded with deep chocolate flavor, complemented by a silky smooth ganache that takes it to the next level. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply satisfying a chocolate craving, this cake is your go-to recipe.

Prep Time, Cook Time, Total Time, and Servings

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Servings: 12 slices
• Calories: 450 per slice

Course and Cuisine

• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Ganache:

• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or stand mixer
• 9-inch round cake pans (2)
• Parchment paper
• Cooling rack
• Saucepan
• Offset spatula

Instructions

For the Cake:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until well combined.
4. Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.