Nutty Chocolate Explosion Piñata Cake
Indulge in a rich chocolate cake filled with a surprise of crunchy nuts and decadent chocolate ganache. This piñata cake is perfect for celebrations, revealing a delightful filling when sliced. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it a memorable centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups Granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds)
- 2 cups chocolate ganache
- 1/2 cup chocolate shavings (for decoration)
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
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Step 3:
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth. Gradually stir in boiling water until well combined.
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Step 4:
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Step 5:
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Step 6:
Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of chocolate ganache and sprinkle with chopped nuts. Place the second layer on top.
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Step 7:
Cover the entire cake with remaining chocolate ganache and decorate with chocolate shavings.
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Step 8:
Slice the cake to reveal the nutty filling and enjoy the explosion of flavors!