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Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake

Irresistibly Decadent Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake Recipe

This Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake is a decadent dessert that combines layers of moist chocolate sponge with a velvety dulce de leche filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar consider using coconut sugar for a healthier alternative
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder use high-quality dark cocoa for better flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it is fresh for proper rising
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check the expiration date for effectiveness
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt use sea salt for a more robust taste
  • 1 cup vegetable oil can replace with melted coconut oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk substitute with yogurt or milk plus vinegar for a DIY buttermilk
  • 1 cup hot water can be substituted with brewed coffee for added depth
  • 2 large eggs for vegan option, try flax eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract use high-quality extract for best results
For the Ganache
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter substitute with a dairy-free alternative for vegan diets
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar light brown sugar can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup dulce de leche homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup heavy cream light cream can be a lower-calorie alternative
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate look for chocolate with at least 60% cocoa content

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • heatproof bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and dust with flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together oil, buttermilk, hot water, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing on low speed, then increase to medium and mix until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for approximately 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a rack to cool completely.
  7. In a medium bowl, beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in dulce de leche.
  8. Heat the cream in a saucepan, pour over chopped chocolate, stir until smooth to make the ganache.
  9. Once cooled, stack the cake layers with dulce de leche filling in between, then pour ganache on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid overmixing the batter for a light texture.

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