Rich Dark Chocolate Raspberry Ganache Cake
Rich Dark Chocolate Raspberry Ganache Cake is a luxurious dessert that combines rich, velvety dark chocolate with the tangy sweetness of fresh raspberries, all enveloped in a glossy ganache. Perfect for celebrations or a special treat, this cake offers an unforgettable flavor experience in every slice. Easy to make yet stunning in presentation, it’s sure to impress guests at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (for ganache)
- ½ cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- Fresh raspberries (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before removing from the pan.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering and pour over dark chocolate chips. Let sit before stirring until smooth.
- Assemble by pouring ganache over the cooled cake and topping with fresh raspberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 436
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 218mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 81mg