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Layered Chocolate Dream Cake

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This Layered Chocolate Dream Cake is the ultimate chocolate lover’s dessert! Rich, moist chocolate cake layers are stacked with silky ganache and fluffy whipped cream, creating an indulgent masterpiece that’s perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2¾ cups (315g) all-purpose flour

  • 1½ cups (180g) granulated sugar

  • ¾ cup (85g) unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 cup (235ml) whole milk, at room temperature

  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup (200g) semisweet chocolate chips

For the Ganache:

  • 1 cup (235ml) heavy cream

  • 1 cup (200g) semisweet chocolate chips

For the Whipped Cream:

  • 1 cup (235ml) heavy cream

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

For Garnish:

  • Chocolate shavings or chopped nuts

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven:
    Preheat to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

  • Make the Cake Batter:
    In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
    Add milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

  • Bake the Cakes:
    Divide the batter evenly into prepared pans.
    Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
    Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

  • Prepare the Ganache:
    Heat chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl.
    Stir in heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and glossy.

  • Make Whipped Cream:
    Whip heavy cream with sugar until soft peaks form. Chill until ready to use.

  • Assemble the Cake:
    Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with ganache, then whipped cream.
    Repeat with remaining layers. Top with whipped cream.

  • Decorate:
    Garnish with chocolate shavings or chopped nuts. Chill before serving if desired.

Notes

  • For richer flavor, use dark chocolate in the ganache.

  • Keep refrigerated if not serving immediately.

  • Can be made a day in advance; assemble before serving.

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