Description
A rich and decadent chocolate cake layered with a smooth pudding and ganache, perfect for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup neutral vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup warm milk
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp instant coffee powder (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Dutch-process cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Whisk together the milk, oil, sugar, vanilla, and vinegar in a large mixing bowl. Let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda. Stir gently until a smooth batter forms, but avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool the cake completely.
- Mix the warm milk, sugar, and coffee powder until dissolved. Poke holes in the cooled cake using a fork. Slowly pour the milk soak over the cake and allow it to absorb.
- Heat the heavy cream until simmering, then pour over the chopped chocolate and cocoa powder. Let it stand for 1 minute and whisk until smooth. Refrigerate for 45–60 minutes until thickened.
- Spread the chocolate pudding evenly over the soaked cake.
- Combine the chocolate and heavy cream in a heatproof bowl, microwaving until smooth. Let it cool slightly, then pour over the pudding layer.
- Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm. Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
- Slice and enjoy chilled, optionally serving with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better consistency. Avoid overmixing for a soft sponge texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, layer cake, dessert, special occasion