Chocolate Buttermilk Layer Cake
The combination of chocolate and buttermilk creates a moist and tender cake with a rich flavor.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.
Chocolate Buttermilk Layer Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
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Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to steam. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth.
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Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of chocolate ganache on top. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake.
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Dust the cake with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries.
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Allow the cake to set for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 40g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
