Description
Indulge in the irresistible richness of an Elegant Chocolate Cake with Silky Ganache & Chocolate Curls. This decadent dessert features two layers of moist chocolate cake enveloped in a glossy ganache, topped with delicate chocolate curls that create a stunning presentation. Perfect for any celebration or simply to elevate your day, each slice promises a delightful experience that chocolate lovers will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs until fluffy, then mix in melted butter and milk until smooth.
- Gradually fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until it simmers; pour over chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with ganache and pour remaining ganache over the top. Garnish with chocolate curls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg