Description
Indulgent triple chocolate cake brings decadence to dessert tables with rich layers of cocoa-infused goodness. Chocolate enthusiasts will savor each moist, chocolatey bite that promises pure satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Cake Ingredients:
Main Chocolate Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 34 cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (75 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) hot water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Chocolate Ganache Ingredients:
- 1 cup (170 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
Chocolate Buttercream Frosting Ingredients:
- 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups (360 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare cake pans by greasing and flouring two 9-inch round pans at 350F (175C).
- Combine dry ingredients including flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Incorporate wet ingredients: vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until thoroughly blended.
- Gradually introduce hot water while mixing on low speed, creating a thin, smooth batter.
- Distribute batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick emerges clean.
- Allow cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Prepare ganache by heating heavy cream in a saucepan until it reaches a gentle simmer.
- Pour hot cream over chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl, allowing mixture to sit for one minute before stirring to a glossy consistency.
- Let ganache cool and slightly thicken while preparing frosting.
- Cream softened butter in a large mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually blend powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt at low speed.
- Enhance frosting with heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating until light and airy.
- Position first cake layer on a serving plate and spread ganache evenly across the surface.
- Carefully place second cake layer on top of ganache.
- Generously frost entire cake with chocolate buttercream, ensuring complete coverage.
- Drizzle remaining ganache over the cake for an extra chocolate flourish.
- Slice and serve the decadent triple chocolate cake, storing any leftovers in an airtight container.
Notes
- Prevent dry cake by not overbaking, checking doneness with a toothpick around 30-minute mark.
- Ensure room temperature ingredients blend smoothly and create consistent cake texture.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for deeper, richer chocolate flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Dairy-free alternative possible by substituting milk with almond or oat milk, and using vegan butter for frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 42 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg