Richest Chocolate Cake Ever

Indulge in pure decadence with the "Richest Chocolate Cake Ever"—a dessert that lives up to its name. This ultra-moist, double-layered chocolate cake boasts an irresistibly tender crumb and is crowned with a silky, chocolate ganache that oozes luxury. Made with pantry staples like rich cocoa powder, whole milk, and a touch of vanilla, its secret lies in the addition of boiling water, which creates an incredibly light yet fudgy texture. The luscious ganache, crafted with velvety semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream, elevates every bite to gourmet levels. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion, this show-stopping cake is as easy to make as it is impressive. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate chocolate lover's dream.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until evenly mixed.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin—this is normal.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To make the ganache, heat the heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil).

Step 9

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl, and let sit for 5 minutes. Add the butter, then whisk until smooth.

Step 10

Allow the ganache to cool and thicken slightly, about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a cake plate. Spread a generous amount of ganache on top.

Step 12

Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 13

Let the cake sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours (or refrigerate for 30 minutes) until the ganache sets.

Step 14

Slice and serve the richest chocolate cake ever! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1902.8 grams (1902.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5640

Total Fat 320.60g	411%
Saturated Fat 141.70g	708%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.50g
Cholesterol 703mg	234%
Sodium 5244mg	228%
Total Carbohydrate 734.30g	267%
Dietary Fiber 86.20g	308%
Total Sugars 453.10g
Protein 92.10g	184%

Vitamin D 189IU	947%
Calcium 602mg	46%
Iron 45mg	249%
Potassium 3435mg	73%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 47.4%