Decadent Dark Chocolate Ganache Cake
A rich and indulgent chocolate cake topped with silky ganache.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Sift before measuring.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste.
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melt and slightly cool.
- 3 large eggs At room temperature.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream For ganache.
- 8 oz dark chocolate Use 70% cocoa if possible.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, and a pinch of salt together.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- While the cake cools, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until just boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in the dark chocolate until melted and smooth for the ganache.
- Once the cake is cool, pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or berries for added flavor.