Decadent Delight: Indulge in Our Ultimate Chocolate Cake Recipe!

 Here's a recipe for a delicious chocolate cake:

Ingredients:

For the cake:

- 1 and 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour

- 1 and 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar

- 3/4 cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder

- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 2 large eggs, at room temperature

- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, at room temperature

- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil

- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

- 1 cup (240ml) boiling water

For the chocolate ganache frosting:

- 8 ounces (225g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:

   - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

   - In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

   - Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix on medium speed until well combined.

   - Reduce the speed and carefully add the boiling water to the cake batter. Beat on high speed for about 1 minute to add air to the batter.

   - Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.

   - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   - Remove cakes from oven and let them cool in pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack.

2. Make the Chocolate Ganache Frosting:

   - Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.

   - In a small saucepan, heat the cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (do not boil).

   - Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.

   - Gently whisk the chocolate and cream together until smooth and glossy.

   - Add the butter, vanilla extract, and salt, and continue whisking until everything is well combined and smooth.

   - Let the ganache cool at room temperature until it thickens enough to spread over the cake.

3. Assemble the Cake:

   - Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.

   - Spread a generous layer of chocolate ganache frosting over the top of the cake layer.

   - Carefully place the second cake layer on top.

   - Use the remaining ganache to frost the top and sides of the cake. You can make decorative swirls with a spatula or knife.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

   - Slice and serve the chocolate cake at room temperature. Enjoy the rich, moist, and decadent flavors!

This chocolate cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings!

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