Ganache-Stuffed Chocolate Cake

A decadent chocolate cake featuring a hidden layer of smooth chocolate ganache that oozes when sliced, enhancing each bite with rich intensity.

Cuisine: American

Category: Desserts

Prep: 35 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 8.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup, softened unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
2. Step 2: Whisk 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/4 tsp salt in a medium bowl.
3. Step 3: Beat 1/2 cup softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar in a large bowl until creamy. Add 2 tsp vanilla extract and 2 large eggs, beating until smooth.
4. Step 4: Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with 1 cup buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
5. Step 5: Divide the batter evenly between the pans. Place 1/2 cup chocolate chips in the center of each pan, then cover with the remaining batter.
6. Step 6: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Step 7: Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
8. Step 8: While cake cools, make ganache: heat 1/2 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering. Pour over 4 oz chopped semisweet chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth, then cool to room temperature.