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- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans (or line with parchment paper).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth and fully combined.
- Gradually add the boiling water to the batter (it will be thin, but that’s what makes it so moist).
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Chocolate Ganache:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer (don’t let it boil).
- Once it’s hot, remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to soften, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the ganache is silky and well combined.
- Let the ganache cool slightly at room temperature before using it to frost the cake (it should be thick but still pourable).
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a cake stand or serving platter.
- Spread a layer of ganache over the top of the first cake layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top, and cover the entire cake with the remaining ganache.
- Smooth the ganache over the sides and top for a polished finish.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the ganache to set for about 30 minutes before slicing (if you want a clean cut).
- Slice into generous pieces and enjoy the ultra-moist, rich, and velvety chocolate goodness! 🍰
Tips:
- For extra moisture: You can add 1/2 cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the batter.
- Make it a layered masterpiece: If you want to make a more elaborate version, you can add whipped cream or chocolate mousse between the cake layers for extra richness.
- Decorating: Garnish with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or even some fresh berries for contrast.
This cake is perfect for any chocolate lover, and the ganache gives it that smooth, luxurious texture that makes every bite feel like a treat. Let me know how it turns out! 😋🍫
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