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One-Bowl Moist Chocolate Fudge Cake with Creamy Ganache Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This One-Bowl Chocolate Fudge Cake is incredibly moist and rich, perfect for chocolate lovers craving a decadent dessert. Made with dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and a luscious chocolate ganache frosting, this recipe uses simple ingredients combined effortlessly in one bowl. The cake is baked at a low temperature to enhance its fudgy texture, then generously layered and coated with a smooth, creamy ganache. Ideal for celebrations or anytime indulgence.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 200 g dark chocolate
  • 150 g unsalted butter
  • 90 g vegetable oil
  • 7 g vanilla extract
  • 400 g caster sugar
  • 3 large eggs (55g each, room temperature)
  • 45 g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 250 g all-purpose flour (plain flour)
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 300 g boiling water
  • 10 g instant coffee powder (optional)

Chocolate Ganache

  • 840 g dark cooking chocolate
  • 125 g unsalted butter
  • 60 g glucose syrup (corn syrup)
  • 375 g heavy cream (whipping cream)

Instructions

  1. Make the Chocolate Ganache: Combine the dark cooking chocolate, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and glucose syrup in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt the ingredients together using a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over simmering water and stirring until smooth.
  2. Set the Ganache: Cover the ganache directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Leave it at room temperature for about 3-4 hours until firm to the touch but still slightly soft.
  3. Soften Ganache Before Frosting: Just before using, soften the ganache by microwaving for 10 seconds and stirring until spreadable. Alternatively, warm it gently over a double boiler to reach a soft consistency.
  4. Prepare Oven and Pans: Preheat a fan-forced oven to 150°C (300°F) or 170°C (340°F) if not using a fan. Spray two 20 cm (8-inch) cake pans with oil and line the bottoms with baking paper.
  5. Melt Butter and Chocolate: Place the dark chocolate and unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and fully melted.
  6. Add Sugar, Oil, and Vanilla: Stir in the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and caster sugar until combined. Add eggs and whisk thoroughly until the mixture is well combined.
  7. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and salt over the chocolate mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until no dry ingredients remain visible.
  8. Add Boiling Water and Coffee: In a jug, mix the boiling water with instant coffee powder (if using). Pour into the batter and whisk smoothly to combine.
  9. Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Place on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in their pans for 20 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Assemble the Cake: Using a cake turntable and offset spatula for ease, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread one quarter of the ganache evenly over the top.
  11. Finish Decorating: Place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining ganache. For a decorative finish, use a piping bag fitted with a Wilton 1M tip to pipe swirls randomly on top of the cake.

Notes

  • Use good quality dark chocolate for both the cake and ganache to ensure a rich flavor.
  • Caster sugar helps in achieving a light texture; do not substitute with granulated sugar directly.
  • Instant coffee powder enhances the chocolate flavor but is optional.
  • Glucose syrup (corn syrup) in the ganache adds shine and smoothness but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Allow the ganache to set fully before frosting for best spreading results.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/one-bowl-moist-chocolate-fudge-cake-with-creamy-ganache-recipe/