Decadent Chocolate Cake for Sale
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water (for extra moisture)
For the Chocolate Ganache Frosting:
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Prepare the Cake:
1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans (or line them with parchment paper).
2.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3.Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
4.Gradually pour in the boiling water, stirring constantly until the batter is thin but smooth. This helps make the cake moist.
5.Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6.Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7.Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Chocolate Ganache Frosting:
1.In a heatproof bowl, add the chopped semisweet chocolate.
2.In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer (do not let it boil).
3.Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for about 5 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
4.Stir in the vanilla extract. Let the ganache cool to room temperature or refrigerate for faster thickening.
Assemble the Cake:
1.Once the cakes have cooled completely, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake board.
2.Spread a generous amount of chocolate ganache frosting over the top.
3.Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining ganache.
Finishing Touches:
If desired, garnish with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or fresh berries to make the cake even more appealing.
Enjoy your
