Description
Decadent Chocolate Layer Cake with Ganache and Cream Filling is a rich and luxurious dessert made with moist chocolate cake layers, fluffy cream cheese-based filling, and a glossy ganache topping. Perfect for any celebration or when you need an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or freshly brewed coffee
- For the Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Ganache:
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for shine)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then stir in hot water or coffee until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the cream filling, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in whipped heavy cream until light and fluffy.
- To make the ganache, heat cream until just simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Add butter for extra shine if desired. Let cool to thicken slightly.
- To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the cream filling evenly over the top. Top with the second cake layer.
- Pour ganache over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides. Chill for at least 1 hour to set.
- Bring to room temperature before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use coffee in the batter for a richer chocolate flavor.
- Chill the cake after assembling to help it set and slice cleanly.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the ganache for best results.
- Decorate with berries, nuts, or edible gold for a festive look.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg