Midnight Chocolate Silk Cake

Indulge in the rich and smooth layers of our Midnight Chocolate Silk Cake, featuring a velvety chocolate mousse filling and a glossy ganache topping. Perfect for any chocolate lover, this cake is a delightful treat for special occasions or a simple dessert at home.

A beautifully layered chocolate cake with a glossy ganache topping, garnished with chocolate shavings and served on a rustic wooden table.
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Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Step 1:

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. Step 2:

    In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.

  3. Step 3:

    Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water until well combined.

  4. Step 4:

    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  5. Step 5:

    Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.

  6. Step 6:

    In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add chopped chocolate. Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.

  7. Step 7:

    In a separate bowl, whip the remaining heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold into the cooled chocolate mixture.

  8. Step 8:

    Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the chocolate mousse on top. Add the second layer and top with the remaining mousse.

  9. Step 9:

    For the ganache, heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream until simmering. Pour over 4 ounces of chopped chocolate and stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.

  10. Step 10:

    Pour the ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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