Holidays Chocolate Cake Dessert (Recipe for Printing)
Celebrate the holidays with this luscious chocolate cake, featuring rich ganache and festive garnishes. Ideal for December gatherings, chocolate, ganache, dessert, and winter celebrations. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Cake Batter
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup buttermilk
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup hot brewed coffee
→ Chocolate Ganache
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1 cup heavy cream
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8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
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Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
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Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until thoroughly blended.
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Gradually stir in the hot brewed coffee until the batter is smooth and fluid.
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Distribute the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
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Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Heat heavy cream in a saucepan over moderate heat until steaming but not boiling.
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Pour hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a bowl. Let rest for 2 minutes, then stir until fully melted and smooth. Add unsalted butter and mix until glossy.
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Spread the cooled ganache between cake layers and over the top and sides for a smooth finish. Garnish if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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For a festive presentation, dust the cake lightly with powdered sugar and adorn with sugared cranberries, holly leaves, or edible gold decorations.
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Ganache sets best when cooled slightly before spreading.
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Allow the cake to reach room temperature before slicing for cleaner cuts.