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Decadent Chocolate Delight Cake

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The Decadent Chocolate Delight Cake is a rich, moist chocolate cake layered with luscious chocolate ganache and creamy frosting. Every bite melts smoothly on the tongue, offering a deeply satisfying chocolate experience that feels both indulgent and elegant—perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave a truly luxurious dessert.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot water
  • For the Chocolate Ganache:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
  4. Carefully stir in hot water until batter is smooth (batter will be thin).
  5. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake 30-35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  6. Let cakes cool in pans 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  7. To make ganache, heat heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate in bowl and let sit 2-3 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy. Let cool slightly.
  8. For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with milk, until smooth and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
  9. Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread chocolate ganache over top.
  10. Place second cake layer on top, then frost top and sides with prepared frosting.
  11. Optionally, drizzle remaining ganache over top or decorate with chocolate shavings.

Notes

  • Add a splash of espresso to batter to deepen chocolate flavor.
  • Mix in chopped nuts or chocolate chips into batter for texture.
  • Use fresh raspberries between layers or on top for fruity twist.
  • Substitute frosting with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for lighter finish.
  • Store covered in refrigerator up to 4 days; bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving.
  • Freeze wrapped tightly up to 2 months; thaw overnight in refrigerator.
  • Beat butter until fluffy and add milk slowly for smooth frosting.

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