Description
Luxurious chocolate cake reaches new heights with elegant French truffle garnish, elevating dessert perfection. Silky layers and rich ganache promise indulgent moments you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Base:
- 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
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Truffle Topping:
- Chocolate truffles (optional, quantity based on preference)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C). Thoroughly coat two 9-inch round cake pans with grease and flour to prevent sticking.
- Create the cake base by combining dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Incorporate eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly for 2 minutes using an electric mixer. Gently fold in boiling water until the mixture achieves a smooth, thin consistency.
- Distribute the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean when the cake is fully cooked.
- Allow cakes to rest in their pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire cooling rack to reach room temperature completely.
- Craft the luxurious truffle topping by gently heating heavy cream in a saucepan until it reaches a soft simmer. Remove from heat and introduce dark chocolate chips and butter. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes, then whisk until achieving a glossy, smooth texture.
- Assemble the cake by positioning the first layer on a serving plate. Apply a delicate layer of the chocolate truffle mixture across the surface. Carefully place the second cake layer on top.
- Generously cascade the remaining chocolate truffle mixture over the entire cake, allowing it to elegantly drape down the sides.
- Provide a final flourish by lightly dusting the top with cocoa powder, creating a sophisticated and visually appealing finish.
Notes
- Choose high-quality dark chocolate for a rich, intense truffle topping that elevates the cake’s flavor profile.
- Ensure ingredients like eggs and milk are at room temperature to create a smoother, more evenly mixed cake batter.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a tough, dense cake texture – mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend and check that other ingredients are gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 333 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 244 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg