Triple Chocolate Cake (Printable Version)
Moist chocolate layers with luscious ganache, finished with chocolate chips and dark chocolate.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cake Layers
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190 g all-purpose flour
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300 g granulated sugar
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65 g unsweetened cocoa powder
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1.5 tsp baking soda
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp salt
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2 large eggs
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240 ml whole milk
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120 ml vegetable oil
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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240 ml boiling water
→ Chocolate Ganache
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175 g semi-sweet chocolate chips
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225 g dark chocolate, chopped
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240 ml heavy cream
# Steps To Follow:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease and flour two 23 cm round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; mix until a smooth batter forms.
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Gradually stir in boiling water until batter is thin and uniform.
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Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
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Combine chocolate chips and chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour hot cream over chocolate; let stand for 2 minutes, then stir gently until fully melted and glossy.
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Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of ganache on top. Position second cake layer above and pour remaining ganache over, allowing it to cascade down sides.
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Allow ganache to set for 30 minutes before slicing. Serve with whipped cream, fresh berries, or cold milk as desired.
# Notes and Tips:
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For an extra glossy finish, ensure the ganache is stirred gently and not overmixed. Cake layers can be baked a day ahead and wrapped tightly once cooled.