Ultimate Chocolate Truffle Cake Recipe – Decadent & Irresistible

Chocolate Truffle Cake Recipe
Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Rest Time 120 mins
Total Time 3 hrs
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Servings: 4
Estimated Cost: $  12
Calories: 455
Best Season: Winter, Fall
Description

This decadent Chocolate Truffle Cake is rich, velvety, and irresistibly indulgent. With layers of moist chocolate sponge and creamy ganache, it's a dessert designed for true chocolate lovers. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy treat on chilly evenings.

Ingredients
    For the Cake Base:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup hot water or coffee (for enhanced chocolate flavor)
    • For the Chocolate Truffle Ganache:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz dark chocolate, finely chopped (225g)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • For Garnishing:
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Cocoa powder (for dusting)
  • Fresh berries or edible gold leaf (optional)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
  2. 2
    In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. 3
    In another bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk.
  4. 4
    Gradually mix in the dry ingredients. Finally, add hot water (or coffee) and mix until smooth.
  5. 5
    Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. 6
    Heat the heavy cream until it just starts to simmer (don’t boil).
  7. 7
    Pour over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
  8. 8
    Stir until smooth, then add butter and vanilla extract.
  9. 9
    Let the ganache cool until slightly thickened.
  10. 10
    Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
  11. 11
    Spread a generous layer of ganache over it.
  12. 12
    Place the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with ganache.
  13. 13
    Smooth with a spatula and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  14. 14
    Dust with cocoa powder or add chocolate shavings.
  15. 15
    Garnish with berries or edible gold leaf for a luxurious touch.
  16. 16
    Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 40g
Protein 6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.