Rich Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake with Silky Ganache

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Rich Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake with Silky Ganache satisfies your chocolate cravings with moist layers enveloped in a silky ganache. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is perfect for American cuisine lovers and is a showstopper for any celebration. With its deep chocolate flavor and luscious texture, it’s ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or just a sweet treat at home.

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Overview

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this Decadent Fudge Chocolate Layer Cake. This recipe elevates the classic Wellesley fudge cake with a rich, velvety ganache that perfectly complements the moist, chocolaty layers. Ideal for special occasions or simply to satisfy your chocolate cravings, this cake promises a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 65 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Cups (cups) all-purpose flour
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 0.5 Cups (cups) hot water
• 1.75 Cups (cups) white sugar, divided
• 4 Ounces (oz) unsweetened chocolate, melted
• 0.5 Cups (cups) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 Large eggs
• 0.67 Cups (cups) milk
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to ensure easy release.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt three times to ensure a light and airy cake texture.
3. In a small saucepan, combine the hot water, 0.5 cups of sugar, and unsweetened chocolate. Stir constantly over medium heat for about 2 minutes until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool to lukewarm.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the remaining 1.25 cups of sugar and softened butter with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
5. Add the eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
6. Gradually add half of the sifted flour mixture to the batter, beating until smooth. Alternate with the milk, adding it in two parts, and finish with the remaining flour mixture. Beat until the batter is smooth and well combined.
7. Stir in the cooled chocolate mixture and vanilla extract until the batter is uniform in color and texture.
8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
10. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting with your choice of thick fudge icing or a homemade ganache.

Ganache (Optional)

• 8 Ounces (oz) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 Cup (cup) heavy cream
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) unsalted butter, melted

Ganache Steps

1. Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
3. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes. Add the butter and stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
4. Allow the ganache to cool slightly before spreading it over the cooled cake layers.

Enjoy your homemade Rich Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake with Silky Ganache!