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Chocolate Ganache Drip Cake

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A decadent and elegant chocolate ganache drip cake, perfect for celebrations. This moist layered cake is topped with a rich, glossy chocolate ganache that drips beautifully down the sides.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp espresso powder (optional)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
  • 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped (for ganache)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
  3. Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and beat until well combined.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on wire racks.
  7. To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
  8. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
  9. Level the cakes if necessary, then stack and frost with your choice of filling and frosting.
  10. Pour the ganache over the top of the cake, gently pushing it to the edges so it drips down the sides.
  11. Let the ganache set before serving or decorating further.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for best ganache results.
  • Chill the cake before pouring ganache for better drip control.
  • Espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor but is optional.

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Keywords: chocolate ganache, drip cake, celebration cake, birthday cake, chocolate dessert

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