Warm Hug Chocolate Cake
A decadent and ultra-fudgy chocolate cake that's perfect for any celebration or cozy gathering, this cake will warm your heart with its rich flavor and comforting texture.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Substitute with cake flour for a lighter texture.
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa can be used for a richer flavor.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature for a better blend.
- 1 cup whole milk Almond or non-dairy milk can be substituted.
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water This creates a super moist batter.
Ganache
- 1 cup heavy cream Light cream or half-and-half can be used as a substitute.
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped Use good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting.
Ganache Preparation
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering.
- Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth.
Assembly
- Once the cakes are completely cool, pour ganache over the first layer, add the second layer, and pour remaining ganache over the top.
- Allow to set before serving.
Notes
Dust the cake with powdered sugar or cocoa powder before serving for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35g
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