Red Velvet Chocolate Ganache Cake

Red velvet cake is believed to have originated in the Victorian era, and its signature red color was originally achieved by using beet juice.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Red Velvet Chocolate Ganache Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 5400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• ¹⁄₂ cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 8 cup Semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar and baking soda, then quickly fold into the batter.
5. 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. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Allow the ganache to cool for about 10 minutes.
7. In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cooled ganache. Beat until smooth and creamy.
8. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of ganache frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining ganache frosting.
9. Let the cake rest for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 54g18%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.