Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with this irresistible Chocolate Cake that promises pure indulgence in every slice. Moist layers of rich chocolate, velvety frosting, and simple preparation make this dessert a delightful treat you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Flour and Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) boiling water
Instructions
- Prepare a 350F (175C) oven and grease an 8-inch round baking pan thoroughly.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of cocoa powder, flour, sugar, and leavening agents.
- Incorporate wet ingredients into the dry mixture, whisking until a smooth, homogeneous batter forms.
- Gently fold in boiling water, creating a thin, silky cake batter with consistent texture.
- Transfer batter carefully into the prepared pan, spreading evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean.
- Rest the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- For ganache, heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it reaches a gentle simmer.
- Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl and pour hot cream over it.
- Allow mixture to sit briefly, then stir until achieving a glossy, smooth consistency.
- Let ganache cool and thicken to a spreadable texture.
- Position cooled cake on a serving plate and generously pour ganache over the top.
- Allow ganache to set naturally before slicing and serving the decadent chocolate cake.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and a smoother cake texture.
- Add a pinch of instant coffee powder to enhance the chocolate flavor without making it taste like coffee.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend or almond flour.
- Cool the cake completely before adding ganache to prevent it from melting and sliding off the sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 217 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 184 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg