The BEST Chocolate Ganache Cake Recipe for Indulgent Moments
The BEST Chocolate Ganache Cake is a decadent dessert perfect for any special occasion or indulgent moment. With its rich chocolate flavor and smooth ganache topping, this cake is sure to impress.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Evenly pour the batter into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cakes cool, make the ganache by heating the chocolate chips in a microwave or over a double boiler until melted and smooth.
- Spread the ganache over the top of one cake layer, then place the second layer on top and spread the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake.
- Slice and serve for a truly indulgent treat!
Notes
- For an even richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate.
- The cake can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chocolate Ganache Cake, dessert, indulgent cake, rich chocolate cake