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Luxurious Chocolate Truffle Cake

Luxurious Chocolate Truffle Cake for Ultimate Indulgence

Experience the decadent Luxurious Chocolate Truffle Cake, a rich dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free blend can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder opt for high-quality Dutch-process cocoa
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar coconut sugar can be used for a hint of caramel
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness and accentuates flavors
  • 4 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup Sunflower Oil vegetable oil or melted butter works too
  • 1 cup Sour Cream plain yogurt can give a tangy flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract almond extract adds a unique twist
  • 1 cup Hot Water thins the batter for moist cake
For the Ganache
  • 8 ounces Chopped Dark Chocolate aim for 55-60% cocoa solids
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream ensure high quality
  • 1/4 cup Corn Syrup honey can be a delicious alternative
For the Glaze
  • 8 ounces Chopped Semisweet Dark Chocolate adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream fresh cream is crucial for best results

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • rubber spatula
  • Saucepan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, sunflower oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract to dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
  4. Gradually pour in hot water, mixing gently until smooth; batter will be thin.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Ganache and Glaze Preparation
  1. Heat heavy cream and corn syrup until simmering; pour over dark chocolate and stir until smooth.
  2. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; fold into ganache to create a decadent filling.
  3. For the glaze, heat cream, pour over semisweet chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Spread half of the ganache over the cooled cake and chill for at least 2 hours.
  2. Once chilled, pour glaze over the cake, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
  3. Chill the decorated cake for 30 minutes, then dust with cocoa powder before serving.
  4. Slice into generous pieces and serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure that all key ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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