Epic Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake – Page 2

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing until smooth. The batter will be thin, but that’s perfect.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Prepare the Chocolate Frosting:

Beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with milk, until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
If the frosting is too thick, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until it’s the desired consistency.

3. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the chopped chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Stir in the butter for a glossy finish. Let the ganache cool to room temperature before using it.

4. Assemble the Cake:

Once the cakes have cooled completely, place one layer on your cake stand or serving plate.
Spread a generous layer of chocolate frosting over the top.
Place the second layer of cake on top and frost the entire cake with the chocolate frosting, smoothing the sides and top.

5. Add the Chocolate Ganache:

Pour the cooled chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides for that “explosion” effect.

6. Chocolate Explosion Decorations:

Now for the fun part! Decorate the cake by piling on the chocolate treats:
- Arrange broken chocolate bars (Kit-Kat, Twix, etc.) around the sides.
- Add chocolate truffles, chocolate-covered pretzels, mini chocolate chips, and any other chocolate goodies you desire.
- Top with chocolate candies, chocolate shavings, and curls for that epic chocolate overload look.

7. Serve:

Slice into this Epic Chocolate Overload Explosion Cake and watch the chocolatey goodness unfold! It’s a dream come true for chocolate lovers.

This cake is truly a chocolate lover’s dream, with layers of rich chocolate flavor and a show-stopping presentation. It’s perfect for any occasion where you want to go big with dessert! Will you be making this for a party, or is it just a fun, indulgent treat?

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